A Manual of Etymology: Or, First Steps to a Knowledge of the English Language

This book is an introduction to etymology, the study of the origins and history of words. Robert Joseph Sullivan provides a clear explanation of how the English language evolved and how its words are related to each other. This book will be useful to anyone who wants to improve their vocabulary and understanding of English.

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