A Man About A Dog: Euphemisms and Other Examples of Verbal Squeamishness

By Nigel Rees

Book Overview

'Euphemisms are unpleasant truths wearing diplomatic cologne.'(Quentin Crisp). In his latest book, Nigel Rees, one of Britain's foremost commentators on English, has collected and explained 2467 examples of verbal perfume.

Fascinating, lively and endless fun, 'A Man About A Dog' is a must for anyone captivated by language and our ability to abuse it. Examples include:

'Discussing Ugandan affairs' 'Ambulance chaser' 'Hygienically challenged'

Nigel Rees is one of the best-known language writers and presenters in the UK. His 'Quote...Unquote' radio programme has been running for nearly thirty years.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0007214545
• ISBN13: 9780007214549
• Release Date: May 2008
• Publisher: Collins
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.0" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

A pick for both high school and college holdings

A MAN ABOUT A DOG: EUPHEMISMS & OTHER EXAMPLES OF VERBAL SQUEAMISHNESS offers up over two thousand examples of euphemisms which rely on word plays and the art of mincing words. An A-Z dictionary of expressions and sayings provides lively and fun reference perfect for trivia fans and any who enjoy surveys of the oddities and ironies of the English language, making it a pick for both high school and college holdings and general-interest public libraries strong on language studies and trivia facts alike.