Interesting stories about curious words (Paperback)
Dent, Susie (Author)
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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 ...
ISBN (SKU)
9781399811682
Pages
432
Weight
350g
Dimensions
196x126x32
Imprint
John Murray
Published
09, October, 2024
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