Cursory History of Swearing
By Julian Sharman · Running time 04:53:19 · Social Science (Culture & Anthropology), Writing & Linguistics
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This is a very readable scientific account of Swearing and Cursing in the English Language. Not only is an enlightening historical account given, but also several excursions are made into other languages and certain historical periods. - Summary by Carolin
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