Quid Pro Quo : What the Romans Really Gave the English Language

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by Peter Jones

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Format Paperback / Softback

ISBN-10 178239933X

ISBN-13 9781782399339

Edition Main

Publisher Atlantic Books

Imprint Atlantic Books

Country of Manufacture GB

Country of Publication GB

Publication Date Jun 1st, 2017

Print length 352 Pages

Weight 310 grams

Dimensions 13.00 x 19.70 x 2.60 cms

Product Classification: Language: history & general works Ancient history: to c 500 CE

Ksh 2,000.00 Werezi Extended Catalogue

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A surprising, witty and entertaining journey through the Latin roots of the English language, by the bestselling author of Veni Vidi Vici and Eureka!

Did you know that the word ''prestige'' derives from the Latin word for ''illusion''? Or that ''infantry'' stems from a Latin word meaning one who could not speak?

In this original and highly entertaining book, Peter Jones reveals the roots of Latin words that are now common in the English language and shows how Romans actually used them in the ancient world.

Covering every aspect of Roman life - from politics, philosophy, religion and the arts, to technology, warfare, medicine and botany - Quid Pro Quo highlights the vital role Latin has played in the creation of our vast vocabulary.

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