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Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase and Fable (20th edition) by Susie Dent
$95.00 AUD
Category: Writing, Language & Reference
'This is, in fact, not what you were looking for; but it's much more interesting' Terry Pratchett Much loved for its wit and wisdom since 1870, Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase and Fable takes you on a captivating adventure through its trademark blend of language, culture, myth and legend. Nowhere else ...Show more
Interesting Stories about Curious Words: From Stealing Thunder to Red Herrings by Susie Dent
$34.99 AUD
Category: Writing, Language & Reference | Series: Father Anselm Novels Ser.
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 ...Show more
What Made the Crocodile Cry?: 101 Questions About the English Language by Susie Dent
$28.95 AUD
Category: Writing, Language & Reference
The Blackout Crew have a song with the title 'Put a donk on it' - but what is a 'donk'? Which ending came first: '-ise' or '-ize'? Where does the idea of a 'white elephant' come from? Who decides on the collective noun for something? And what is it that made the crocodile cry? Sparkling with insight and ...Show more
Word Perfect: Etymological Entertainment For Every Day of the Year by Susie Dent
$24.99 AUD
Category: Writing, Language & Reference
'Susie Dent is a national treasure' Richard Osman'WORD PERFECT is a golden vaulted cave of fascinating and funny hidden gems' JO BRANDWelcome to a year of wonder with Susie Dent, lexicographer, logophile, and longtime queen of Countdown's Dictionary Corner.From the real Jack the Lad to the theatrically ...Show more
Word Perfect: Etymological Entertainment For Every Day of the Year by Susie Dent
$32.99 AUD
Category: Writing, Language & Reference
'Susie Dent is a one-off. She breathes life and fun into words and language' Pam Ayres 'Susie Dent is a national treasure' Richard Osman Welcome to a year of wonder through the English language with Susie Dent, lexicographer extraordinaire and queen of Countdown's Dictionary Corner. From Turning a Blind ...Show more
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