Catchphrase, Slogan and Cliche
- ISBN-10
- 1843170620
- ISBN-13
- 9781843170624
- Category
- Aphorisms and apothegms
- Pages
- 179
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2004-07
- Authors
- Judy Parkinson, Judy Parkinson Staff
Description
Catchphrase, Slogan & Cliche is for anyone seeking the meanings or origins of hundreds of the expressions that enrich our everyday speech. From phrases that go back to Norman times, through proverbs, catch phrases and quotations, right up to modern expressions, this book takes an informed and amusing look at the origins of some of the more colourful sayings that passed into everyday currency.
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