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Vandals, Scapegoats, and Bootleggers: The Curious Origins of Everyday Words
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Every word has a history—and the best ones are stranger, funnier, and more shocking than you’d ever guess
Think you know the English language? Think again. Behind every familiar word is a tale of history, scandal, or pure absurdity. VANDALS, SCAPEGOATS, AND BOOTLEGGERS is the fascinating follow-up to Andrew Thompson’s bestselling Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red. Once again, Thompson delivers an irresistible collection for trivia lovers, word enthusiasts, and history buffs alike.
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Think you know the English language? Think again. Behind every familiar word is a tale of history, scandal, or pure absurdity. VANDALS, SCAPEGOATS, AND BOOTLEGGERS is the fascinating follow-up to Andrew Thompson’s bestselling Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red. Once again, Thompson delivers an irresistible collection for trivia lovers, word enthusiasts, and history buffs alike.
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