French Words You Use Without Knowing It - The Combined Book

by Saul H. Rosenthal

Most English speakers are unaware that probably half their language comes from French, or indeed is French, recently transplanted. This book tells you the fascinating stories of English words that came from French, often words you would never have dreamt were French (like curtsy, mutton, very, surrender, important, grenade, pistol and dozen). It tells you how these words evolved, how they arrived in English, and how they changed once in English.This is not a book with useful facts to memorize (although you’ll learn a lot of French and a lot about French while you read). However, it’s interesting. It's fun to read. It will stretch your mind and introduce you to things you never imagined. Think of these fascinating stories as a little treat for yourself when you feel like reading something interesting.READ WHAT PROFESSORS AND INSTRUCTORS OF FRENCH HAVE WRITTEN about this have to tell you, This Book is So Much Fun to Read! --- Catherine Ostrow, Lecturer, Wesleyan I was discussing your book with my husband (who doesn’t speak French), telling him about all the French he already speaks without knowing it. It is indeed a lot of fun to read. --- Prof. Brigitte Humbert, MiddleburyI found it, like the others, really useful. Nice work! The whole series is impressive. --- Prof. Jonathan Walsh, WheatonWhat a marvelous book! Bravo and keep up the good work! –- Prof. Ruth Koizim, YaleI really like it! I am impressed with the amount of research you put into your books. ---- Professor John Turvaville, U. of Tennessee, KnoxvilleAs a professor of French, I found your book fascinating. I like to give students this type of background. --- Prof Richard Duran, Baylor UniversityI read your book, a tonic in between undergrad lit papers! It's clearly written and well researched. I did enjoy it. --- Prof. Herta Rodina, Ohio U.AND ABOUT OTHER BOOKS IN THIS think your books are wonderful. You have made a fantastic contribution to the French language profession. --- Prof. Judy Baughin, Raymond Walters CollegeYou have done a real service to learners of French...This is important work. --- Prof. John Romeiser, University of Tennessee, KnoxvilleI have to say your Key Words and Expressions is just the kind of book I would have liked to have had when I was teaching myself French oh-so-many years ago. --- Professor John Moran, Director of Language Programs, NYUIf you really want to learn spoken French, you need this book (Key Words). You'll need other books as well, you'll need audio materials, and you'll need live language experience. But this book is a necessity. ---- reader reviewer amazon.comI love the Faux Amis, especially the relaxed, conversational presentation. ---- Professor Norman Shapiro, Wesleyan UniversityYour little books are great! ---- Professor AG Fralin, Washington and Lee UniversityI absolutely *love* Faux Amis…It's so well done. --- Professor Herta Rodina, Ohio UniversityI love your books! They are easy to navigate, and they are extremely useful to non-native French speakers. ---- Professor John Turvaville, University of Tennessee, KnoxvillePerhaps the most amazing thing about this book (Key Words) is that it took until 2007 for anyone to think of writing it! ---- reader reviewer amazon.comThe books are excellent.---- Professor Luke Bouvier, University of Massachusetts, AmherstI've been perusing Key Words for the past couple of days and it's great fun… What a great idea for a book! --- Professor Herta Rodina, Ohio UniversityThis (Key Words) is easily one of

334 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 21, 2011