Written in stone : a journey through the Stone Age and the origins of modern language
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Stevens, Chris, 1964-
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English language -- Etymology.
Indo-European languages -- Etymology.

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272 pages ; 24 cm
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English

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Originally published: London : Virgin Books, 2014.
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 258-259).
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Draws on mythology, ancient history, archaeology, the roots of society, technology, and warfare to reveal how the English language is based on original Stone Age language and uncovers the most influential and important words used by humanity's neolithic ancestors.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Stevens, C. (2015). Written in stone: a journey through the Stone Age and the origins of modern language (First Pegasus Books hardcover edition.). Pegasus Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Stevens, Chris, 1964-. 2015. Written in Stone: A Journey Through the Stone Age and the Origins of Modern Language. Pegasus Books.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Stevens, Chris, 1964-. Written in Stone: A Journey Through the Stone Age and the Origins of Modern Language Pegasus Books, 2015.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Stevens, Chris. Written in Stone: A Journey Through the Stone Age and the Origins of Modern Language First Pegasus Books hardcover edition., Pegasus Books, 2015.

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