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I Never Knew There Was a Word For It by Adam Jacot de Boinod
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I Never Knew There Was a Word For It by Adam Jacot de Boinod
Book Description
From 'shotclog' a Yorkshire term for a companion only tolerated because he is paying for the drinks to Albanian having 29 words to describe different kinds of eyebrows, the languages of the world are full of amazing, amusing and illuminating words and expressions that will improve absolutely everybody's quality of life. All they need is this book!
This bumper volume gathers all three of Adam Jacot de Boinod's acclaimed books about language - The Wonder of Whiffling, The Meaning of Tingo and Toujours Tingo (their fans include everyone from Stephen Fry to Michael Palin) - into one highly entertaining, keenly priced compendium. As Mariella Frostup said 'You'll never be lost for words again!'
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A book no well-stocked bookshelf, cistern-top or handbag should be without - The Meaning of Tingo (Stephen Fry )
You'll never be lost for words again. Truly enlightening! - The Wonder of Whiffling (Mariella Frostrup )
Very funny (Independent on Sunday )
Key Benefits
- Entertaining and informative guide to unusual words
- For the linguist the book covers expressions that will enhance understanding of both popular and obscure languages
- Omnibus edition of The Meaning of Tingo, Toujours Tingo and The Wonder of Whiffling
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| Book Genre | Biography, Non Fiction, Society, Travel |
| Book Format | Unabridged |
| Binding | Paperback |
| Publisher | Penguin Books |
| Number of pages | 800 |
| ISBN | 978-0141028392 |
| Date of Publication | 05.08.10 |
| Language | No |
| Level | No |
| Media Type | Book |
| Product Alert Text | No |
| Offer Text | No |