Why is Q always followed by U
Inbunden bok. Penguin Books. First edition uppl. 2009. 352 sidor.
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Why is Q always followed by U
Michael Quinon
Observera att denna bok är på engelska! Please note that this book is in English.
The book is a new hardcover with dustjacket, unread and in perfect condition, except that the book edges are slightly yellowed.
The author of this book is well-known for his website “World Wide Words”.
Published by Particular Books am an imprint of Penguin Books in 2009.
First edition. ISBN 978184614183
Long-time word-detective and bestselling author of "Port Out" and "Starboard Home", Michael Quinion brings us the answers to nearly two hundred of the most intriguing questions he's been asked about language over the years. Sent to him by enquiring readers from all around the globe, Michael's answers about the meanings and histories behind the quirky phrases, slang and language that we all use are set to delight, amuse and enlighten even the most hardened word-obsessive. Did you know that 'Blighty' comes from an ancient Arabic word? Or that Liberace cried his way to the bank so many times people think he came up with the phrase? That 'cloud nine' started out as 'cloud seven' in the speakeasies of '30s America? And that the first person to have their thunder stolen was a dismal playwright from Drury Lane? Michael Quinion's "Why is Q Always Followed By U?" is full of surprising discoveries, entertaining quotations and memorable information. There are plenty of colourful stories out there, but Michael Quinion will help you discover the truth that lies behind the cock-and-bull stories and make sure you're always linguistically on the ball.
Format ca: 20,5x13,5x3 cm. 352 pages.
Förlagsfakta
- ISBN
- 9781846141843
- Titel
- Why is q always followed by u? - word-perfect answers to the most-asked questions about language
- Författare
- Quinion, Michael
- Förlag
- Penguin
- Utgivningsår
- 2009