Insults Through the Ages offers a thorough and accessible history of swearing, cursing, and linguistic rudeness. This book examines the development of dialect, bargoens, street language, colloquial speech, and jargon across different periods.
The edition has been carefully compiled and provides a clear introduction for readers who want to delve into linguistic rudeness. The book is suitable for focused reading and can also be used as a reference work.
- Subtitle: A history of swearing, cursing, and linguistic rudeness
- Format: paperback