Interesting Stories about Curious Words

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

Get Interesting Stories about Curious Words by at the best price and quality guaranteed only at Werezi Africa's largest book ecommerce store. The book was published by John Murray Press and it has pages.