Why Is Q Always Followed By U?: Word-Perfect Answers to the Most-Asked Questions about Language
by Quinion, Michael
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U.S.A.: Particular Books, 2009. 1st Edition . Hardcover. As New/As New. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Particular Books, UK, 2009. Hardcover. Book Condition: As New. Dust like new dust jacket, slight shelf wear. 1.3 x 5.4 x 8 inches. Book Description 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 esquiring 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
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- Title
- Why Is Q Always Followed By U?: Word-Perfect Answers to the Most-Asked Questions about Language
- Author
- Quinion, Michael
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- New
- Jacket Condition
- As New
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- ISBN 10
- 1846141842
- ISBN 13
- 9781846141843
- Publisher
- Particular Books
- Place of Publication
- U.S.A.
- Date Published
- 2009
- Pages
- 368
- Size
- 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall
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