Word Gossip

""Word Gossip: A Series Of Familiar Essays On Words And Their Peculiarities"" is a book written by William Lewery Blackley in 1869. The book is a collection of essays that explore the origins, meanings, and peculiarities of various English words. Blackley, a linguist and philologist, delves into the etymology of words, tracing their origins and development over time. He also examines the nuances of word usage and the ways in which words can convey different meanings depending on their context. The essays are written in a conversational and accessible style, making the book an enjoyable read for anyone interested in language and its quirks. Overall, ""Word Gossip"" is a fascinating exploration of the English language and the idiosyncrasies that make it such a rich and complex system of communication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.