etymology

An explanation of over 150 words that are eponyms or toponyms--words that are named after a person or place.

Describes the origins and histories of 750 words and phrases, grouped alphabetically within sixteen subject categories covering sports, math and science, nature, the military, money, and other topics.

On t.p.: An illustrated history of words and phrases from our lively and splendid past.

Shows how language evolves by relating the histories of words associated with seven different topics.

Traces the origins of 101 words.

Briefly introduces the origin of common words.

Discusses 500 colorful words and phrases.

Defines or explains various words commonly associated with Independence Day, such as "barbecue, " "fireworks, " and "liberty, " and gives their origin or historical background.