A Dictionary Of Buckish Slang, University Wit And Pick Pocket Eloquence (1811)
| AUTHOR | Member of the Whip Club; Member of the Whip Club; Member of the Whip Club et al. |
| PUBLISHER | Kessinger Publishing (06/29/2008) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
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""A Dictionary Of Buckish Slang, University Wit And Pick Pocket Eloquence"" is a book written by Captain Grose and published in 1811. The book is a collection of slang words and phrases used by the lower classes in London during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The slang words and phrases in the book are organized alphabetically and are accompanied by definitions and examples of their usage. The book also includes a section on university slang and pickpocket eloquence, which were both popular forms of slang during the time period. The book provides insight into the language and culture of the lower classes in London during the early 19th century and is a valuable resource for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the development of language and slang.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.
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ISBN-13:
9781436724937
ISBN-10:
1436724937
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
236
Carton Quantity:
38
Product Dimensions:
6.00 x 0.50 x 9.00 inches
Weight:
0.71 pound(s)
Country of Origin:
US
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Reference | Dictionaries
Reference | Linguistics - Sociolinguistics
Reference | General
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""A Dictionary Of Buckish Slang, University Wit And Pick Pocket Eloquence"" is a book written by Captain Grose and published in 1811. The book is a collection of slang words and phrases used by the lower classes in London during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The slang words and phrases in the book are organized alphabetically and are accompanied by definitions and examples of their usage. The book also includes a section on university slang and pickpocket eloquence, which were both popular forms of slang during the time period. The book provides insight into the language and culture of the lower classes in London during the early 19th century and is a valuable resource for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the development of language and slang.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.
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