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Interesting Stories about Curious Words

Category

General Non-Fiction

ISBN

9781399811682

Dimensions

1.2 x 4.9 x 7.7 inches (Length x Width x Height)

Brand

Author

Susie Dent

Imprint

John Murray

Format

bf

Pack quantity

40

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Description

Join Susie Dent, lexicographer extraordinaire and Queen of Countdown's Dictionary Corner, on a curious and exceedingly interesting adventure through all the very best RED HERRINGS, COCK AND BULL STORIES and NINE-DAY WONDERS in the English language. Who was SWEET FANNY ADAMS? What's the dramatic true story behind STEALING THUNDER? Why is it CHANCING YOUR ARM when you take a risk? What do bears have to do with LICKING INTO SHAPE?