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Humble Pie and Cold Turkey : English Expressions and Their Origins

Humble Pie and Cold Turkey : English Expressions and Their Origins

by Caroline Taggart
Title:
Humble Pie and Cold Turkey : English Expressions and Their Origins
Author:
Caroline Taggart
Series (if any):
I Used to Know That
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
192 pages
Publisher:
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
ISBN-13:
9781789295146
EAN:
9781789295146
Classifications:
Language teaching and learning
Weight (g):
276
Dimensions (mm):
196 x 128 x 14
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Price:£6.59
6 copies in stock
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Description

Humble Pie and Cold Turkey is an engaging historical exploration of the bizarre words and phrases that are sprinkled throughout the English Language. Designed to be easily accessible, this digestible book informs and entertains the budding linguist in equal measure.

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