The wordhord

Hana Videen

Old English is the language we think we know until we actually see it. Used in England over a thousand years ago, it is rich with words that haven't changed (word), others that are unrecognisable (neorxnawang - paradise) and some that are curiously mystifying (gafol-fisc - tax-fish). In this beautiful little book, Hana Videen has gathered these gems together to create a glorious trove and illuminate the lives, beliefs and habits of our linguistic ancestors. We discover a world where choking on a bit of bread might prove your guilt, where fiend-ship was as likely as friend-ship, and you might grow up to be a laughter-smith. These are the magical roots of our own language: you'll never see English in the same way again.

Author(s): Videen, Hana
Binding: Paperback
Date of Publication: 06/10/2022
Pagination: 304 pages
Series: N/A
Imprint: Profile Books
Published By: Profile Books
Book Classification: Language: history & general works|"European history: medieval period, middle ages"|Historical & comparative linguistics
Dimensions: 196x126x22
Weight: 240
ISBN13\EAN\SKU: 9781788166119