The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions (Discover the True Stories Behind the English Language's 64 Most Popular Idioms (Etymology Book, History of Words, Language Reference Book, English Grammar and Idioms, Gift for Readers)
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Book Synopsis: The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions uncovers the fascinating, humorous, and often unbelievable origin stories behind the English language's most common sayings! Nobody thinks twice about sayings like bite the bullet and the cat's out of the bag. But the strange and wonderful origins of these expressions are far from arbitrary: They are rooted in forgotten history.
Within this book, you will discover the origins of idioms like:
- Why we say an unwell person is under the weather. It goes back to when sickly sailors and seafarers had to rest below deck!
- How come sitting in the passenger seat of a vehicle is called riding shotgun." In the Wild West, passengers had a crucial job: packing heat and preventing highway robberies!
- What's up with the phrase, cat got your tongue. Here's a hint: It doesn't have anything to do with cats!
With over 100 pieces of original artwork, The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions is as beautiful as it is entertaining and informative. Read up on this fascinating history of the English language's 64 most popular idioms, and you will know what it really means when you say pass with flying colors, bury the hatchet, and rest on your laurels!
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Discover the fascinating and hidden stories behind the English language's most popular idioms with The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions. Uncover the origins of sayings like "bit the bullet" and "the cat's out of the bag" and learn about the forgotten history that gave birth to these expressions. Through this entertaining and informative book, you will gain a deeper understanding of the English language and its rich tapestry of idioms.
Are you curious about why we say someone is "under the weather" when they're unwell? This book will take you back to the time when sickly sailors and seafarers had to seek shelter below deck. And have you ever wondered why being in the passenger seat of a vehicle is called "riding shotgun"? Find out how this phrase originated in the Wild West, where passengers played a crucial role in preventing highway robberies.
The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions goes beyond the surface meaning of idioms, delving into their captivating origins. Get ready to be captivated by over 100 pieces of original artwork that accompany these stories, making this book as visually appealing as it is informative.
Expand your knowledge of the English language while enjoying the journey through history with The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions. Whether you're a language enthusiast, a grammar nerd, or simply a curious reader, this book is the perfect gift for anyone who wants to explore the hidden depths of idiomatic expressions. Don't miss out on this chance to pass with flying colors, bury the hatchet, and rest on your laurels - order your copy today!
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