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The Origin of Names, Words and Everything in Between
- Volume II
- Narrated by: Jonathan Cowley
- Length: 4 hrs and 51 mins
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Summary
From the person behind the popular YouTube channel NameExplain comes the second volume of his best-selling book The Origin of Names, Words and Everything in Between. This new book is a fun, interesting, and educational journey through the world of etymology. It covers a huge array of names from a variety of topic areas and includes a bunch of random facts behind the names. From first names, to bodies of water - there's no name big or small, important or obscure that won't be explained.
Find fun facts. Presented in a light and entertaining manner, The Origin of Names compels you to learn a ton of things you didn't know you wanted to know. Unlike a dictionary, everything in this book is easy to understand and can be listened to from start to finish, or in short bursts. It's also a lot more fun - Patrick explains each name with jokes and quips you're bound to enjoy. Be the know-it-all you always wanted to be.
In The Origin of Names you'll:
- Learn fascinating word origins and bizarre name meanings
- Be able to entertain yourself and friends with random facts
- Gain honor and renown for your unrivaled knowledge of etymology