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Delve into the fascinating world of profanity with Julian Sharman's ""A Cursory History of Swearing."" This meticulously researched exploration uncovers the etymology and social history of obscenity, tracing the evolution of swearing across time. From its linguistic roots to its impact on society, this book provides a compelling overview of a ubiquitous aspect of language. Sharman's work offers a unique lens through which to examine social norms and cultural shifts, revealing the surprising stories behind the words we often take for granted. Explore the history of language and society with this insightful and engaging study. A must-read for anyone interested in linguistics, social history, and the power of words. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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