“If Jupiter was in the ascendant when you were born, you are of a jovial disposition; and if you're not jovial but miserable and saturnine that's a disaster, because a disaster is a dis-astro, or misplaced planet. Disaster is Latin for ill-starred. The fault, as Shakespeare put it, is not in our stars; but the language is.”
Quote by Mark Forsyth
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The Etymologicon: A Circular Stroll through the Hidden Connections of the English Language
This book offers an extensive journey through the etymology of English words, tracing their roots and uncovering their hidden connections across various languages and cultures. more
Author
Mark Forsyth
Mark Forsyth, born in 1977, is a renowned British writer whose works span across various fields, including language, humor, and literary criticism. He is known for his unique sense of humor and profound insights into language. more
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