Studies in Etymology

Studies in Etymology
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Publisher : Hackett Publishing
Total Pages : 248
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ISBN-10 : 9781585109890
ISBN-13 : 1585109894
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Book Synopsis Studies in Etymology by : Charles W. Dunmore

Download or read book Studies in Etymology written by Charles W. Dunmore and published by Hackett Publishing. This book was released on 2008-07-17 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Studies in Etymology is a textbook for a course or self study in building vocabulary through an understanding of Latin and Greek roots and the grammar of word formation. The first half of the book is devoted to Latin roots and word formation through the influence of Latin grammar and language development. The second half of the book deals with Greek, the nuances of Greek grammar and syntax, as well as the influences of such things as Greek mythology on the creation of words in English. A special section is devoted to science and medicine.

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