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A Cursory History of Swearing

by Julian Sharman

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.

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Language

English

Original Language

Engish

Published In

1884

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