| Description |
988 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Note |
Previously published in four separate volumes as: A hog on ice and other curious expressions, Thereby hangs a tale, Heavens to Betsy! and Horsefeathers & other curious words. |
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Includes index. |
| Summary |
Previously published in four separate volumes, this collection presents the history of over 2000 curious words, expressions, and sayings. |
| Contents |
A hog on ice -- Thereby hangs a tale -- Heavens to Betsy! -- Horsefeathers. |
| Subject |
English language -- Terms and phrases.
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English language -- Etymology.
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| Added Title |
Heavens to Betsy! & other curious sayings. |
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Hog on ice and other curious expressions. |
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Thereby hangs a tale. |
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Horsefeathers & other curious words. |
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Two thousand one hundred seven curious word origins, sayings & expressions from white elephants to a song & dance. |
| ISBN |
0883658453: $14.98 |
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9780883658451 |
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