A Man About A Dog: Euphemisms and Other Examples of Verbal Squeamishness - Brossura

Rees

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0007214545 ISBN 13: 9780007214549

Casa editrice: Collins Reference, 2011

Riassunto

'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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L'autore:

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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Book by Rees Nigel

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Collins Reference
• Data di pubblicazione: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0007214545
• ISBN 13: 9780007214549
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 432