A Pocket Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue


Chronicle Books – A Pocket Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue

Step into the colorful and wonderfully profane world of 18th-century London slang with A Pocket Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue. Inspired by the classic 1785 Classical Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue, this entertaining pocket reference brings together amusing, unusual, and long-forgotten terms from the backstreets, dockyards, and taverns of historic London.

Originally compiled by a militia captain who recorded the slang he encountered during his late-night excursions, this modern pocket dictionary offers a fascinating look at the origins and evolution of English slang. Discover where colorful expressions came from and learn terms that have disappeared from everyday language.

Product Details

  • Title: A Pocket Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue

  • Subject: Historical English slang

  • Original Source: Classical Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue

  • Original Publication: 1785

  • Format: Pocket dictionary / reference book

  • Style: Humorous, historical, quirky, and educational

Features

  • Explores colorful slang from 18th-century London.

  • Inspired by one of the earliest English slang dictionaries.

  • Includes amusing and unusual historical expressions.

  • Explores the origins of familiar phrases.

  • Introduces slang that's been lost to time.

  • Offers historical context alongside entertaining definitions.

  • Compact format makes it a fun reference book and conversation starter.

Perfect For

  • History lovers

  • Book lovers

  • Language enthusiasts

  • Word nerds

  • English-language enthusiasts

  • Lovers of British history

  • Trivia fans

  • Linguistics enthusiasts

  • Writers and storytellers

  • Fans of unusual reference books

  • Funny and quirky gift collections

  • Bookstores and gift shops

Why You'll Love It

Discover Forgotten Slang

Explore colorful words and expressions that were once common in the streets and taverns of 18th-century London but have since disappeared from everyday conversation.

A Fascinating Piece of Language History

Learn how English slang evolved and uncover the stories behind expressions that have survived through generations.

Educational & Entertaining

Part historical reference book and part conversation starter, this pocket dictionary makes learning about language surprisingly fun.

A Great Conversation Piece

Its unusual subject matter makes it a memorable gift for anyone fascinated by words, history, British culture, or strange facts.

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