Explains the origins and original meanings of common metaphors and expressions from ace in the hole to zero-sum
Robert Claiborne Books
January 1, 1919 – January 1, 1990
This American author primarily engaged with science and linguistics. His writing is known for its approach to these complex subjects. Delve into his insightful explorations.
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The Life and Times of the English Language
- 344 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Traces the history of the English language, starting several hundred thousand years ago with the Indo-Europeans. Robert Claiborne then continues with the Anglo-Saxon invaders of England whose language developed into Old English, which in turn slowly developed into Middle English after the Norman Invasion. He also gives an overview of the various dialects of English and slang.
Die Besiedelung Amerikas
- 157 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Entscheidungsfaktor Klima
- 399 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Die Erfindung der Schrift
- 155 pages
- 6 hours of reading
