In the Land of Invented Languages: Adventures in Linguistic

In the Land of Invented Languages: Adventures in Linguistic Creativity, Madness, and Genius
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Here is the captivating story of humankindâ€™s enduring quest to build a better languageâ€”and overcome the curse of Babel. Just about everyone has heard of Esperanto, which was nothing less than one manâ€™s attempt to bring about world peace by means of linguistic solidarity. And every Star Trek fan knows about Klingon. But few people have heard of Babm, Blissymbolics, Loglan (not to be confused with Lojban), and the nearly nine hundred other invented languages that represent the hard work, high hopes, and full-blown delusions of so many misguided souls over the centuries. With intelligence and humor, Arika Okrent has written a truly original and enlightening book for all word freaks, grammar geeks, and plain old language lovers.
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Country USA
Brand Random House
Manufacturer Random House
Binding Paperback
Color Red
ReleaseDate 2010-05-11
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780812980899

In the Land of Invented Languages: Adventures in Linguistic Creativity, Madness, and Genius