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“The bridge between the words glamour and grammar is magic. According to the OED, glamour evolved through an ancient association between learning and enchantment.” quote by Roy Peter Clark
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““The bridge between the words glamour and grammar is magic. According to the OED, glamour evolved through an ancient association between learning and enchantment.””

Roy Peter Clark

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Source Article: “The Magic of Glamour”, 2018

Glamour and grammar share a historic link to enchantment and learning

In simple terms: Language can be enchanting and scholarly simultaneously

Key Takeaway

Explore the magical side of language

Themes

language history enchantment

Mood

curious educational

Type

literary historical

When to use this quote

  • writing workshops
  • teaching
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

etymology literary analysis

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does glamour influence learning?
  • What modern terms carry magical connotations?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize linguistic evolution

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