Fascinating, lively and endless fun, 'A Man About A Dog' is a must for anyone captivated by language and our ability to abuse it. Nigel Rees is one of the best-known language writers and presenters in the UK. His 'Quote, Unquote' radio programme has been running for nearly thirty years and he is a frequent occupier of Dictionary Corner on Countdown.
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Nigel Rees is regarded as one of the world authorities on English usage and is the author of over 50 rereference books. His Radio 4 show, Quote…Unquote is one of the longest running quiz shows in the world (since 1974) and his newsletter has a wide and influential circulation.
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A pick for both high school and college holdings
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A MAN ABOUT A DOG: EUPHEMISMS & OTHER EXAMPLES OF VERBAL SQUEAMISHNESS offers up over two thousand examples of euphemisms which rely on word plays and the art of mincing words. An A-Z dictionary of expressions and sayings provides lively and fun reference perfect for trivia fans and any who enjoy surveys of the oddities and ironies of the English language, making it a pick for both high school and college holdings and general-interest public libraries strong on language studies and trivia facts alike.
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