The Roots We Share
100 words that bring us together
(Author) Susie DentSusie Dent, bestselling author, broadcaster and word expert, is on a mission to find 100 words and phrases to bring people together. Sometimes it can feel like the world is more divided than ever. But there are so many more things that unite us than divide us. Susie has searched far and wide to unearth words and phrases that, in some cases, are long forgotten, while others have only just been discovered - words that celebrate harmony, unity and the universal languages that connect people across the world. Whether you want to conjobble (chat with a friend over some food), to be goodwilly (a kind, generous, cheerful person), to atone for a mistake (become 'at' 'one' with someone again) or simply head off on a coddiwomple (a journey with no destination), this joyous collection of words celebrates friendship, love, peace, community, music, the stars and the many other things that unite us.
Susie Dent
Susie Dent is a lexicographer, etymologist, and author best known for her work on the television show "Countdown" and as the resident word expert on "8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown." She has written several books on language and etymology, including "Words of the Year" and "The Language Report." Dent's writing style is engaging and accessible, making complex linguistic concepts easy to understand for a general audience. Her contributions to literature include increasing public interest in the origins and meanings of words, as well as promoting the importance of language in our everyday lives. Her most famous work is "The Language Report," which offers insights into the ever-evolving nature of the English language. Dent's impact on her literary genre is profound, as she continues to inspire readers to explore the richness and diversity of language.
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