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Going Nucular: Language, Politics, and Culture in Controversial Times by Geoffrey Nunberg

December 9th, 2004 · No Comments · Books · Reviews

Another collection of interesting articles by Mr. Nunberg. I really enjoyed it. However, my brain can’t seem to hold on to much of the actual contents. :p
As with his other collections, it’s pretty convenient to carry around for reading in between other stuff.

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The Way We Talk Now by Geoffrey Nunberg

October 11th, 2004 · No Comments · Books · Reviews

Geoffrey Nunberg is a linguist often featured on NPR’s “Fresh Air”. I’ve always found his comments on the language usages and origins fascinating, so when I heard about his current collection, Going Nucular: Language, Politics, and Culture in Controversial Times, I’ve decided to get both.
This book is a collection of his commentaries on the [...]

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