A Man About A Dog ~ Euphemisms and Other Examples of Verbal Squeamishness

Rees, Nigel

ISBN 10: 0007214545 ISBN 13: 9780007214549

Editore: Collins, 2008

Lingua: Inglese

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Harper Collins, reprint 2008. Softcover (13 x 20 cm), ix, 417 pages. ISBN: 9780007214549. Very Good condition. "From the politically correct to the highly incorrect, 'A Man About A Dog' goes in ruthless pursuit of the coy, the prudish, and the blatant reshaping of the truth. So, whether you wish to 'discuss Ugandan affairs' with someone, or have issues with your 'ambient replenishment assistant' when you go shopping or need to work on your 'terminological inexactitude' when you ring in sick to work, this wonderful book will guide, illuminate and entertain along the way." Weight: 295g.

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A Man About A Dog ~ Euphemisms and Other Examples of Verbal Squeamishness

Editore

Collins

Data di pubblicazione

2008

Lingua

Inglese

ISBN 10

0007214545

ISBN 13

9780007214549

Rilegatura

Soft cover

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Very Good

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'Euphemisms are unpleasant truths wearing diplomatic cologne.'(Quentin Crisp). In his latest book, Nigel Rees, one of Britain's foremost commentators on English, has collected and explained 2467 examples of verbal perfume.

Fascinating, lively and endless fun, 'A Man About A Dog' is a must for anyone captivated by language and our ability to abuse it. Examples include:

'Discussing Ugandan affairs'
'Ambulance chaser'
'Hygienically challenged'

Nigel Rees is one of the best-known language writers and presenters in the UK. His 'Quote…Unquote' radio programme has been running for nearly thirty years.

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Nigel Rees is a leading authority on the use of well-known phrases and sayings. As a broadcaster, he is best-known as the deviser and presenter of BBC Radio's Quote…Unquote.

As an author, he has written many books devoted to quotations and aspects of the popular use of the English language, always emphasizing the humour in his subject.

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