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352 pages • first pub 2009 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780385527880
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Spiegel & Grau
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Here is the captivating story of humankind’s enduring quest to build a better language—and overcome the curse of Babel. Just about everyone has heard of Esperanto, which was nothing less than one man’s attempt to bring about world peace by means o...
Community Reviews Summary of 487 reviews
Moods
funny 60%
lighthearted 36%
reflective 24%
adventurous 18%
inspiring 15%
challenging 6%
hopeful 3%
mysterious 3%
Pace
slow 32%
fast 14%
Average rating
352 pages • first pub 2009 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780385527880
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Spiegel & Grau
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Here is the captivating story of humankind’s enduring quest to build a better language—and overcome the curse of Babel. Just about everyone has heard of Esperanto, which was nothing less than one man’s attempt to bring about world peace by means o...
Community Reviews Summary of 487 reviews
Moods
funny 60%
lighthearted 36%
reflective 24%
adventurous 18%
inspiring 15%
challenging 6%
hopeful 3%
mysterious 3%
Pace
slow 32%
fast 14%
Average rating