Author | : Owen Barfield |
File Size | : 48,9 Mb |
Publisher | : SteinerBooks |
Language | : English |
Release Date | : 01 February 2002 |
ISBN | : 0940262118 |
Pages | : 244 pages |
History in English Words by Owen Barfield Book PDF Summary
A classic historical excursion through the English language. Owen Barfield's original and thought-provoking works over three-quarters of a century made him a legendary cult figure. This popular book provides a brief, brilliant history of those who have spoken the Indo-European tongues. It is illustrated throughout by current English words - whose derivation from other languages, whose history in use and changes of meaning - record and unlock the larger history.