What the F
What Swearing Reveals About Our Language, Our Brains, and Ourselves
Benjamin K. Bergen
The book delves into the science behind swearing, exploring how such language impacts our brains and emotions, and what profanity reveals about human society and our use of language. It examines the role of taboo words in culture, cognition, and communication, offering insights into why we swear and how it affects us both psychologically and socially.
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