Made in America
An Informal History of the English Language in the United States
Bill Bryson
Explore the fascinating history and evolution of American culture through the witty and insightful writing of Bill Bryson. From the origins of Hollywood to the real story behind the Wild West, Bryson de-mythologizes commonly held beliefs about his native land. Discover why Americans pronounce "lieutenant" as "lootenant" and "Tuesday" as "Toosday," and even learn the reason why Mr. Yankee Doodle called his feathered cap "Macaroni." Made in America is a must-read for anyone interested in American history and culture.
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2019-01-25T15:13:50.000Z
I'm reading Bill Bryson's terrific 2001 book "Made in America: An Informal History of the English Language in the United States" and boy is this passage on the money. – fuente