Swearing Is Good For You is a spirited and hilarious defence of our most cherished dirty words, backed by historical case studies and cutting-edge research. From chimpanzees creating their own curse words to a man who lost half his brain in a mining accident experiencing a new-found compulsion to swear, Dr Emma Byrne outlines the fascinating science behind swearing: how it affects us both physically and emotionally, and how it is more natural and beneficial than we are led to believe.
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Swearing Is Good For You is a spirited and hilarious defence of our most cherished dirty words, backed by historical case studies and cutting-edge research. From chimpanzees creating their own curse words to a man who lost half his brain in a mining accident experiencing a new-found compulsion to swear, Dr Emma Byrne outlines the fascinating science behind swearing: how it affects us both physically and emotionally, and how it is more natural and beneficial than we are led to believe.
Imprint | Profile Books Ltd |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Release date | June 2018 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | 2017 |
Authors | Emma Byrne |
Dimensions | 198 x 128 x 20mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 240 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-78125-578-0 |
Barcode | 9781781255780 |
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LSN | 1-78125-578-4 |