Name: Linguistic Lunacy (en Inglés)
SKU: 66712578
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Author: Long, Michele; Kietzmann, Graham

Formato

Libro Físico

Editorial

Digital on Demand

Autor

Long, Michele; Kietzmann, Graham

Idioma

Inglés

N° páginas

396

Encuadernación

Tapa Blanda

Dimensiones

22.9x15.2x2.1 cm

ISBN13

9781049258027

Linguistic Lunacy (en Inglés)

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Welcome to this delightfully peculiar compendium, a treasure trove celebrating the sassy, spirited, and often audacious beginnings of the English alphabet-charting the journey from the swaggering rise of A straight through to Z, that zippy, zesty character proudly anchoring the line-up. Alongside revealing how each letter itself came to be, this volume shines an even brighter spotlight on the idioms that dance, strut, and occasionally stumble through the English language.Far more than a simple catalogue of expressions, this collection takes you on a rollicking adventure through the quirky, the curious, and the occasionally downright mischievous corners of linguistic lore. Each idiom is paired with a vivid explanation, its sometimes delightfully tangled historical roots, and a playful anecdote guaranteed to coax a grin-or perhaps a blush. So, fasten your hats and brace yourself: we're plunging into the wonderfully wild world of idioms beginning with A, the alphabet's unabashed attention-seeker, and winding our way to Z, whose bold, cheeky flair ensures it leaves an unforgettable final impression.This book is a celebration of language's quirks, written for those who delight in the unexpected twists of a phrase and the humour of a well-placed double entendre. It's for the sharp-minded who wear their wit like a feathered cap, and for anyone who's ever pondered the peculiarities of English with a knowing smirk.The "table of contents" is nestled at the back of the book, following the last idiom starting with 'Z', inviting readers to revisit their favorite linguistic curiosities with ease.