Dictionnaire d'argot fin-de-siècle by Charles Virmaître
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"Dictionnaire d'argot fin-de-siècle" by Charles Virmaître is a lexicon compiled during the late 19th century. This comprehensive dictionary explores the language of argot, a form of slang commonly used among the lower classes, criminals, and the bohemian culture of Paris at that time. The work aims to document the vibrant and often esoteric vocabulary that has emerged from these subcultures, providing insights into their unique expressions and phrases. The opening of this
dictionary sets the tone for a study steeped in authenticity and lived experience. Virmaître reflects on his immersion in various social circles, from workshops to the seedy underbelly of Paris, underscoring the rich linguistic landscape shaped by the people he encountered. He discusses the fluid nature of argot, which evolves and transforms, much like the cultures from which it springs. Through anecdotes and exploratory definitions, the author highlights the fascinating interplay between language and society, inviting readers to consider argot not just as slang, but as a reflection of the morals, philosophies, and realities of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Virmaître, Charles, 1835-1903 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 56049131 |
| Title | Dictionnaire d'argot fin-de-siècle |
| Credits |
Produced by Hilary Caws-Elwitt, Christian Boissonnas, Hugo Voisard, The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at gallica.bnf.fr) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | PC: Language and Literatures: Romance languages: Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | French language -- Slang -- Dictionaries |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57656 |
| Release Date | Aug 7, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 955 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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