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The Etymologicon

Ongoing series · 2 books

About this series

The Etymologicon series explores the origins and histories of words, making language accessible and fun. Each book focuses on a specific aspect of vocabulary, offering curious readers entertaining facts and surprising connections about the words we use every day.

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the recommended reading order for The Etymologicon series?

    The books in The Etymologicon series can be read in any order, as each volume focuses on different aspects of language and word origins independently. There isn't a continuous narrative or character arc that requires sequential reading.

  • Are there other books by Mark Forsyth similar to The Etymologicon?

    Mark Forsyth has written several other popular non-fiction books that explore language, history, and curious facts, such as "The Horologicon" and "The Elements of Eloquence." Readers who enjoy his style in The Etymologicon series will likely find these other works appealing.