The Stories of Slang
Narrated by Tom Lawrence
- Released
- October 5, 2017
- Length
- 11 hrs 32 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Little, Brown Book Group
This engaging audiobook explores the vibrant and often gritty world of slang, drawing on over 600,000 citations from Jonathon Green's comprehensive dictionary. It delves into themes of sex, body functions, intoxication, and the sharper edge of language, highlighting how slang reflects raw human emotions and societal attitudes. Rich with entertaining stories, including historical insights and connections to Shakespeare, the narration offers a fascinating look at the colorful language that both shapes and mirrors human experience.
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