Naming-day in Eden; the creation and recreation of language.

Naming-day in Eden; the creation and recreation of language.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Jacobs, Noah J. 1907-
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	[New York] Macmillan [1969]
Edition:	Rev. ed.
Subjects:	Language and languages > Humor. Names > Humor.

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