Language

The Lexicon

The Lexicon preserves the language of the Lifestyle — its words, concepts and traditions. It records meaning; it never prescribes practice. Where usage varies between Houses or lineages, each is set down with equal respect.

Terminology

BTB

also known as By The Books

Abbreviation for Book Gor, or By The Books.

Definition

BTB is the common abbreviation used in Gorean communities for Book Gor, sometimes expanded as By The Books. It denotes a preference for basing custom and vocabulary directly on the Gorean novels.

See also