Since the dawn of humankind, words have been our greatest weapon for learning about ourselves, our environment, and creating the cultures that drive our society. In the book the Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology, author Robert K. Barnhart provides his readers with a fascinating look at the words which we neglect to consider when thinking about the important developments and accomplishments of our species. The book offers a deep and insightful look into the history of our linguistic heritage. The classic Barnhart Concise Dictionary of Etymology was released almost 25 years ago, on September 15, 1995. The book was published by Harper Collins.

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