Shaggy dogs and black sheep : the origins of even more phrases we use every day
Jack, Albert2005
Books, Manuscripts
The English language is crammed with colourful phrases and sayings we use every day without knowing their origins. Albert Jack has continued his worldwide search for the stories behind the phrases, uncovering rich traditions of the navy, army and law among others.
Main title:
Shaggy dogs and black sheep : the origins of even more phrases we use every day / Albert Jack ; illustrator, Ama Page.
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Imprint:
London : Penguin, 2005.
Collation:
xiii, 255 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
Notes:
Includes index.
ISBN:
01405157399780140515732
Dewey class:
422422422
Local class:
422
Language:
English
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BRN:
40651
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