American Slang
American Slang by Robert L. Chapman, published by Perennial Library in 1987, is a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic nature of American language. This first Perennial Library edition spans 499 pages and is presented in English. The book delves into the rich variety of slang terms, covering everything from widely accepted expressions to those considered taboo, providing readers with a thorough understanding of their usage and origins.
In this edition, readers will find thousands of examples that illustrate the evolution of American slang, along with explanations of word origins and indications of when specific terms were popular. The book serves as a valuable reference for those interested in language arts and linguistics, making it a useful resource for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of American vernacular.
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From the most widely accepted terms to the taboo, American Slang presents our language in all its vigor and variety, with thousands of examples of usage, explanations of word origins, and indications of period use.
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