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Item specifics
- Condition
- Book Title
- Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red
- Subtitle
- The Curious Origins of Everyday Sayings and Fun Phrases
- EAN
- 9781612436685
- ISBN
- 9781612436685
- Release Date
- 04/13/2017
- ISBN-10
- 1612436684
- Country/Region of Manufacture
- US
- Genre
- Language & Reference
- Title
- Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red
- Release Year
- 2017
- Subject Area
- Reference, Language Arts & Disciplines, Humor
- Publication Name
- Hair Of The Dog to Paint the Town Red : the Curious Origins of Everyday Sayings and Fun Phrases
- Publisher
- Ulysses Press
- Item Length
- 8 in
- Subject
- Trivia, Word Lists, Linguistics / Etymology, Topic / Language
- Publication Year
- 2017
- Type
- Not Available
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 0.7 in
- Item Weight
- 8.8 Oz
- Item Width
- 5 in
- Number of Pages
- 280 Pages
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Ulysses Press
ISBN-10
1612436684
ISBN-13
9781612436685
eBay Product ID (ePID)
228531552
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
280 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Hair Of The Dog to Paint the Town Red : the Curious Origins of Everyday Sayings and Fun Phrases
Subject
Trivia, Word Lists, Linguistics / Etymology, Topic / Language
Publication Year
2017
Type
Not Available
Subject Area
Reference, Language Arts & Disciplines, Humor
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
8.8 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
5 in
Additional Product Features
LCCN
2016-957516
Dewey Edition
23
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
428
Intended Audience
Trade
Synopsis
The English language is riddled with phrases that are complete nonsense. Ever met "a monkey's uncle," seen a "red-handed" thief, or "put a sock in it" when asked? You knows the real meaning of these common expressions, but do you know where, why, and how these idioms entered America's vernacular in the first place? Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red uncovers and explains the amazing and bizarre origins of 400 such phrases. Breezy and fun to read, this book of word trivia is far from being just an etymological dictionary. As if he were unraveling 400 little mysteries, the author reveals the backstory of each expression and tells how they've gained their new meanings. For example, you will enjoy following the exploits of the Marquis of Waterford. Was it the Mad Marquis' drunken excess and paint-brush wielding fun in the town of Melton Mowbray that inspired so many to "paint the town red" even today? This question and many others will be answered within., 400 intriguing, entertaining, and often hilarious etymological journies English is filled with curious, intriguing and bizarre phrases. This book reveals the surprising, captivating and even hilarious origins behind 400 of them, including: - Read between the Lines - Cat Got Your Tongue? - Put a Sock in It - Close, but No Cigar - Bring Home the Bacon - Caught Red-Handed - Under the Weather - Raining Cats and Dogs Perfect for trivia and language lovers alike, this entertaining collection is the ultimate guide to understanding these baffling mini mysteries of the English language., 400 intriguing, entertaining, and often hilarious etymological journies English is filled with curious, intriguing and bizarre phrases. This book reveals the surprising, captivating and even hilarious origins behind 400 of them, including: * Read between the Lines * Cat Got Your Tongue? * Put a Sock in It * Close, but No Cigar * Bring Home the Bacon * Caught Red-Handed * Under the Weather * Raining Cats and Dogs Perfect for trivia and language lovers alike, this entertaining collection is the ultimate guide to understanding these baffling mini mysteries of the English language., Discover hundreds of intriguing, entertaining, and often hilarious origins to the English language's most curious phrases in this fascinating trivia book from bestselling author Andrew Thompson. English is filled with curious, intriguing and bizarre phrases. This book reveals the surprising, captivating and even hilarious origins behind 400 of them, including: - Read between the Lines - Cat Got Your Tongue? - Put a Sock in It - Close, but No Cigar - Bring Home the Bacon - Caught Red-Handed - Under the Weather - Raining Cats and Dogs Perfect for trivia and language lovers alike, this entertaining collection is the ultimate guide to understanding these baffling mini mysteries of the English language., 400 intriguing, entertaining, and often hilarious etymological journiesEnglish is filled with curious, intriguing and bizarre phrases. This book reveals the surprising, captivating and even hilarious origins behind 400 of them, including:- Read between the Lines- Cat Got Your Tongue? - Put a Sock in It- Close, but No Cigar- Bring Home the Bacon- Caught Red-Handed- Under the Weather- Raining Cats and DogsPerfect for trivia and language lovers alike, this entertaining collection is the ultimate guide to understanding these baffling mini mysteries of the English language.
LC Classification Number
PE1460.T485 2017
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- May 28, 2024
Great interesting book. Love listening to the author read this on the radio. Had to buy the book +++
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- Mar 31, 2023
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- 3***p (88)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseI've ordered from Rarewaves here in the US and the UK multiple times, and continue to do so. They always seem to have something I can't find anywhere else at all or for a reasonable price. When I purchase used items, they are as described, if not a grade better. Aways a quick turnaround after ordering, every item arrives promptly, professionally packaged. Many orders have free shipping, even for solitary item orders. I never needed a reason to communicate, as I've had no cause. Recommended.
- n***1 (57)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseItem arrived still wrapped as advertised but it must have taken some damage in transit since it arrived with a couple cracks and a small chunk of the frame of the case had completely detached. BUT the discs were still undamaged so I messaged the seller to tell them I was still going to keep the item I just wanted to let them know about the issue and they messaged me back and offered me 20% off the order to make up for the inconvenience. Great seller. Would purchase from them again.
- c***m (429)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseAAA+++; Excellent Service; Great Pricing; Fast Delivery-Faster Than Expected to Hawaii , Received 08/16; DVD in Excellent Condition-Better than Described; TLC Packaging; Excellent Seller Communication, Sends updates . Highly Recommended!, Thank you very much!