Interesting Stories about Curious Words: From Stealing Thunder to Red Herrings

A literary treasure-trove packed with amazing words, jaw-dropping stories and unforgettable etymologies from Countdown's Queen of Dictionary Corner, Susie Dent

Join Susie Dent, lexicographer extraordinaire and Queen of Countdown''s Dictionary Corner, on a curious and exceedingly interesting adventure through all the very best RED HERRINGS, COCK AND BULL STORIES and NINE-DAY WONDERS in the English language.

Who was SWEET FANNY ADAMS?

What''s the dramatic true story behind STEALING THUNDER?

Why is it CHANCING YOUR ARM when you take a risk?

What do bears have to do with LICKING INTO SHAPE?

Or robbers with PULLING SOMEONE''S LEG?

Why are CIRCLES VICIOUS?

And, what''s so bad about a WHITE ELEPHANT?

''Nobody on earth knows more about the English language than Susie Dent'' Gyles Brandreth

• | Author: Susie Dent
• | Publisher: John Murray Press
• | Publication Date: Oct 10, 2024
• | Number of Pages:
• | Language:
• | Binding: Paperback / softback
• | ISBN-13: 9781399811682
• | ISBN-10: 1399811681