The Origins of Words and Phrases : The Fascinating Stories Behind Everyday Words
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This book delights in both the historical depth and the sheer quirkiness of English. The A to Z of words and phrases is interspersed with special...
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This book delights in both the historical depth and the sheer quirkiness of English. The A to Z of words and phrases is interspersed with special features on such topics as Australian words, catchphrases, pop lyrics and street slang. Go straight to a word for its origin, or dip in and out for entertaining enlightenment. Travel the globe to find out more about the English language.
- Format:Hardcover
- Pages:384 pages
- Publication:2008
- Publisher:Reader's Digest
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- Language:eng
- ISBN10:1921344776
- ISBN13:9781921344770
- kindle Asin:1921344776
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