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The Etymologicon: A Circular Stroll Through the Hidden Connections of the English Language

by Mark Forsyth Author

Learn the fascinating connections between seemingly unrelated words, revealing surprising links across languages and history. It traces etymological paths from ancient tongues to modern English, uncovering the often humorous or unexpected relationships between words. Examples include the connection between testicles and testaments, parentheses and codpieces, and how Vikings' "Sedge-Stream" relates to "Starbuck." The study also demonstrates how the Zodiac's Gemini evolves into symbols like the equal sign and an oily beaver.