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Nine Nasty Words : English in the Gutter
Book • 2021
In *Nine Nasty Words*, John McWhorter delves into the realm of profanity, examining why certain words are considered taboo and how their usage has changed over time.
The book combines historical analysis, etymology, and cultural insights to understand the role of profanity in language and society.
The book combines historical analysis, etymology, and cultural insights to understand the role of profanity in language and society.
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Mentioned by Stephen Dubner as the author of "Nine Nasty Words", discussing the history of swear words.
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John McWhorter
Ep. #565: John McWhorter, Rick Wilson, Rep. Elissa Slotkin
