Bees' Knees and Barmy Armies: Origins of the Words and Phrases We Use Every Day

by Harry Oliver

Book Overview

From stiff upper lip to stomping grounds, an amusing look at the history behind commonly-used words and phrases What makes someone "pleased as punch?" Why is New York City called "The Big Apple?" Why... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1844546632
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Metro Books
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.5" x 1.0" x 4.5"