Ernest Weekley: 2 books

Book cover of An Etymological Dictionary of Modern English, Vol. 1
by Ernest Weekley
Language: English
Release Date: March 5, 2013

Volume 1 of 2. Classic contains most of the more common words, plus slang, archaic words and phrases, and common foreign words. Roots are identified, cross-references to words with similar roots are listed and colloquial usages and alternate spellings are given. "Notable for its readable historical discussions, apt citations and jargonless clarity" — Saturday Review.
Book cover of An Etymological Dictionary of Modern English, Vol. 2
by Ernest Weekley
Language: English
Release Date: July 18, 2012

Volume 2 of 2. Classic contains most of the more common words, plus slang, archaic words and phrases, and common foreign words. Roots are identified, cross-references to words with similar roots are listed and colloquial usages and alternate spellings are given. "Notable for its readable historical discussions, apt citations and jargonless clarity" — Saturday Review.
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