The Origin of Names, Words and Everything in Between: Volume II
English
By (author): Patrick Foote
#1 Bestseller in Words, Language & Grammar, Etymology
Whats in a name? The answer is far more complex and interesting than you may think. From the person behind the popular Youtube channel, NameExplain, comes the second volume of his best-selling book The Origin of Names, Words and Everything in Between. This new book is a fun, interesting and educational journey through the world of etymology. It covers a huge array of names from a variety of topic areas, and includes a bunch of random facts behind the names. From first names, to bodies of watertheres no name big or small, important or obscure that wont be explained.
Find fun facts. Presented in a light and entertaining manner, The Origin of Names compels you to learn a ton of things you didnt know you wanted to know. Unlike a dictionary, everything in this book is easy to understand and can be read from start to finish, or in short bursts. Its also a lot more fun to readPatrick explains each name with jokes and quips youre bound to enjoy, and its full of pictures too! Be the know-it-all you always wanted to be.
In The Origin of Names youll:
- Learn fascinating word origins and bizarre name meanings
- Be able to entertain yourself and friends with random facts
- Gain honor and renown for your unrivaled knowledge of etymology
If you enjoyed books like Interesting Stories For Curious People, Stuff You Should Know, or The Great Book of American Idioms, then youll love The Origin of Names, Words and Everything in Between: Volume II.
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