In a Manner of Speaking: Phrases, Expressions, and Proverbs and How - VERY GOOD
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Brand
- Unbranded
- Book Title
- In a Manner of Speaking: Phrases, Expressions, and Proverbs and
- MPN
- Does not apply
- ISBN
- 9781632205209
- Subject Area
- Référence, Language Arts & Disciplines
- Publication Name
- In a Manner of Speaking : Phrases, Expressions, and Proverbs and How We Use and Misuse Them
- Publisher
- Skyhorse Publishing Company, Incorporated
- Item Length
- 9 in
- Subject
- Grammar & Punctuation, Authorship, Lexicography, Quotations, Composition & Creative Writing
- Publication Year
- 2015
- Type
- Textbook
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 0.6 in
- Item Weight
- 15.3 Oz
- Item Width
- 6 in
- Number of Pages
- 288 Pages
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Skyhorse Publishing Company, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1632205203
ISBN-13
9781632205209
eBay Product ID (ePID)
202604039
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
In a Manner of Speaking : Phrases, Expressions, and Proverbs and How We Use and Misuse Them
Publication Year
2015
Subject
Grammar & Punctuation, Authorship, Lexicography, Quotations, Composition & Creative Writing
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Référence, Language Arts & Disciplines
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
15.3 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
428.1
Synopsis
What do "the whole kit and caboodle," "the whole shebang," "the whole megillah," "the whole enchilada," "the whole nine yards," "the whole box and dice," and "the full Monty" have in common? They're all expressions that mean "the entire quantity," and they're all examples of the breadth and depth of the English-speaking world's vocabulary. From the multitude of words and phrases in daily use, the author of this delightful exploration into what we say and why we say it zeroes in on those expressions and sayings and their variations that are funny, quirky, just plain folksy, or playfully dressed up in rhyme or alliteration. Some may have become clichés that, as it's said with "tongue in cheek," should be "avoided like the plague." Others have been distorted, deemed politically incorrect, or shrouded in mystery and must bear some explanation. Among the topics the author delves into are expressions that shouldn't be taken literally ("dressed to kill" and "kick the bucket"), foreign expressions that crept into English ("carte blanche," "carpe diem," and "que sera, sera"), phrases borrowed from print ads and TV commercials ("where there's life, there's Bud" and "where the rubber meets the road"), animal images ("a barrel of monkeys" and "chasing your tail"), and food and drink ("cast your bread upon the water," "chew the fat," "bottom's up!", and "drunk as a lord"). Here's a book for everyone who delights in the mysteries of language and the perfect gift for all the "wordies" in your life., What do "the whole kit and caboodle," "the whole shebang," "the whole megillah," "the whole enchilada," "the whole nine yards," "the whole box and dice," and "the full Monty" have in common? They're all expressions that mean "the entire quantity," and they're all examples of the breadth and depth of the English-speaking world's vocabulary. From the multitude of words and phrases in daily use, the author of this delightful exploration into what we say and why we say it zeroes in on those expressions and sayings and their variations that are funny, quirky, just plain folksy, or playfully dressed up in rhyme or alliteration. Some may have become clichés that, as it's said with "tongue in cheek," should be "avoided like the plague." Others have been distorted, deemed politically incorrect, or shrouded in mystery and must bear some explanation. Here's a book for everyone who delights in the mysteries of language and the perfect gift for all the "wordies" in your life., What do "the whole kit and caboodle," "the whole shebang," "the whole megillah," "the whole enchilada," "the whole nine yards," "the whole box and dice," and "the full Monty" have in common? They're all expressions that mean "the entire quantity," and they're all examples of the breadth and depth of the English-speaking world's vocabulary. From the multitude of words and phrases in daily use, the author of this delightful exploration into what we say and why we say it zeroes in on those expressions and sayings and their variations that are funny, quirky, just plain folksy, or playfully dressed up in rhyme or alliteration. Some may have become clich s that, as it's said with "tongue in cheek," should be "avoided like the plague." Others have been distorted, deemed politically incorrect, or shrouded in mystery and must bear some explanation. Among the topics the author delves into are expressions that shouldn't be taken literally ("dressed to kill" and "kick the bucket"), foreign expressions that crept into English ("carte blanche," "carpe diem," and "que sera, sera"), phrases borrowed from print ads and TV commercials ("where there's life, there's Bud" and "where the rubber meets the road"), animal images ("a barrel of monkeys" and "chasing your tail"), and food and drink ("cast your bread upon the water," "chew the fat," "bottom's up ", and "drunk as a lord"). Here's a book for everyone who delights in the mysteries of language and the perfect gift for all the "wordies" in your life.
LC Classification Number
PE1460
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- x***l- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI had a positive experience with this seller. I did receive an incorrect item in my package, but when I reached out to the seller about the problem, they responded in a timely manner and resolved the issue. Items were packaged in a bag but arrived in good condition as described. I am very happy with the condition of the books I received. Great value. I have already placed additional orders with this seller. Thank you!
- n***n (697)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseitem as described used but very good, appearance good, quality good, price and value of item very good, time from order placed to shipping to time of delivery good, seller packed item very well, good communication positive transaction, recommend this seller to others, positive actions all around for consideration to buy again,
- 5***t (1694)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI must say from the very beginning of this transaction that everything went smooth. The seller gave me a good quality product for a great price that was brand new and appeared to be better than what was pictured. I plan on purchasing more products in the near future from this seller. The product was shipped and packaged with care and love. Magnificent communication and all of what I said makes this seller a great asset to the eBay community as well as the marketplace. This is why I came back.The Act of Marriage After 40 - Hardcover By Tim LaHaye - GOOD (#254564988911)