ENTER A GALLERY OF WIT AND WHIMSY As the largest and most dynamic collection of words ever assembled, the English language continues to expand. But as hundreds of new words are added annually, older ones are sacrificed. Now from the author of Forgotten English comes a collection of fascinating archaic words and phrases, providing an enticing glimpse into the past. With beguiling period illustrations, The Word Museum offers up the marvelous oddities and peculiar enchantments of old and unusual words. Title: The Word Museum: The Most Remarkable English Words Ever Forgotten Author Name: Kacirk, Jeffrey ISBN Number: 0684857618 ISBN-13: 9780684857619 Location Published: Touchstone: September 2000 Binding: Trade Paperback Book Condition: Used - Good Categories: Books About Books Seller ID: 52575