Womanwords

Womanwords A Vocabulary of Culture and Patriarchal Society

Paperback (07 Mar 1991)

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Publisher's Synopsis

This dictionary reveals the secret life of words used for and about women - most often by men. It traces the origins and development of over 300 words, such as "hysteria" or "crumpet", and shows how their meanings have changed. It should appeal to anyone with an interest in language and words.

Book information

ISBN: 9781853812743
Publisher: Little, Brown
Imprint: Virago
Pub date:
DEWEY: 025.493054
DEWEY edition: 20
Number of pages: 291
Weight: 242g
Height: 200mm
Width: 130mm