ARGONAUT BOOKS

Susie Dent, Britain's cleverest lexicographer, linguistic expert and much-loved national treasure, explores all the very best red herrings, cock and bull stories, white elephants and nine-day wonders in the English language. There are enough stories to furnish a hundred conversations in a wonderful collection for everyone who loves words. Reviews Susie Dent is a one-off. She breathes life and fun into words and languagePam AyresSusie Dent is a national treasureRichard OsmanWith this book, readers won't be lost for words: we'll be happily lost within themIrish Sunday ...Read More