By: Albert Jack
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The English language is crammed with colorful phrases and sayings that we use without thinking every day. This book explores the origins of phrases from the rich traditions of the navy, army and law to confidence tricksters and highwaymen, from the practices of ancient civilizations to Music Hall and pubs.
Paperback: 272 pages
Publisher: Penguin (2008-08-28)
Dimensions (H L W): 71 x 685 x 504
ISBN: 0141039566
EAN: 9780141039565
