{"product_id":"book-empires-of-the-word-folio-society-25633","title":"Empires of the Word - Nicholas Ostler - Folio Society - 2010 1st ed.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEmpires of the Word by Nicholas Ostler. Colour and black \u0026amp; white plates. Bound in black Cloth. 614pp. 25x18cm,\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNicholas Ostler's Empires of the Word explores world history through the rise and decline of major languages. The book examines how languages such as Latin, Greek, Arabic, Sanskrit and Chinese spread through conquest, religion, trade and administration. It presents language as a powerful force that both reflects and shapes the fortunes of civilisations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn good overall condition. A few small dents to the slipcase, a few small stains on page edges and P.188-193.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Folio Vault\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFolio Vault is an independent bookseller specialising in pre-owned Folio Society books. We have been buying and selling books in the UK since 2019 and expanded to the US in 2025.\u003cbr\u003eEvery book is carefully checked, with photographs and condition notes so you can buy with confidence. We pack every order securely and ship worldwide.\u003cbr\u003eWhether you're looking to buy or sell books, please get in touch. Our team is always happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folio Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55921469620563,"sku":"2026_11_45_25633","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1085\/2951\/6883\/files\/2026_11_14_5.jpg?v=1794665320","url":"https:\/\/thefoliovault.com\/products\/book-empires-of-the-word-folio-society-25633","provider":"Folio Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}