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Author | : Geoff Tibballs |
Publisher | : Random House |
Total Pages | : 109 |
Release | : 2019-03-07 |
Genre | : Humor |
ISBN | : 1473566878 |
The classic pocket guide to the language of London. This wonderful little guide to cockney rhyming slang contains over 1,700 old and new rhymes translated from Cockney to English and English to Cockney, including: Custard and jelly - telly Hot cross bun - nun Lemon tart - smart Rock ’n’ roll - dole Sticky toffee - coffee ...and many more. Master the art of the Cockney rhyme and discover the Cockney origins of common British phrases.
Author | : Maren Kristine Laugom |
Publisher | : LAP Lambert Academic Publishing |
Total Pages | : 60 |
Release | : 2015-02-09 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9783659585074 |
What is Estuary English? This has been a matter of debate in linguistic circles for more than 20 years. Some claim that it is a result of a degeneration in the well-established upper class dialect known as Received Pronunciation, while others believe that it is a completely new dialect that combines RP and elements known from pre-established dialects found around the Thames estuary. One thing is certain: Estuary English is on the rise, and it is spreading quickly. This book addresses the phenomenon known as Estuary English, and attempts to shed light on its development and how it has impacted the way people speak in the south-eastern parts of England.
Author | : Paul Lindsay |
Publisher | : Austin Macauley Publishers |
Total Pages | : 110 |
Release | : 2024-08-16 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 1528972317 |
Are you concerned about splitting infinitives or unsure whether to use ‘to who’ or ‘to whom’ in your correspondence? Look no further, as this user-friendly guide to English grammar is here to help you navigate the intricacies of our rich and wonderful language. This book is designed to increase your knowledge and understanding of English, providing you with the tools to communicate effectively and confidently. While the language is constantly evolving, some advocates of ‘The Queen’s English’ resist change, attempting to fix English in a particular form. However, this book embraces the dynamic nature of the language and guides you through its ever-changing landscape. In addition to covering essential grammar rules, the book also includes a section dedicated to slang and jargon, helping you distinguish between what is considered good or bad English in various contexts. Whether you’re a student, professional, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty and complexity of the English language, this book is an invaluable resource that will enhance your linguistic skills and empower you to use English with greater clarity and confidence.
Author | : Alf Dole |
Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | : 291 |
Release | : 2014-06-19 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 147113265X |
Pearly Kings and Queens are one of the quintessential icons of 'old London', originally invented to imitate and parody wealthy West End society but also to raise money for charities and good causes. Alf Dole lived his life in this tradition and was the grandson of the very first Pearly King of St Pancras. Born in 1930, Alf grew up in a close-knit family of costermongers - fruit and veg sellers - and his heartwarming memoir recounts London life in the city in a time of horses and trams, pubs where sing-alongs around the piano happened every weekend and summers were spent hop-picking in Kent. When war came along, Alf was evacuated to Wales, where he continued to wear his pearly suit and entertained the locals by playing the spoons. After the war he continued to sell fruit and veg, working in Chapel market. He also had his own sea food stalls outside public houses. Capturing the camaraderie of working in London's street markets in the middle of the 20thcentury and surviving the Second World War, Alf's memoir also serves as an important slice of social history from a time when working-class communities were proud to celebrate their traditions. Sadly Alf died just after completing his story but his daughter Diane, herself a Pearly Princess, is continuing the family custom in fine tradition.
Author | : Eric Partridge |
Publisher | : Taylor & Francis |
Total Pages | : 1150 |
Release | : 2006 |
Genre | : Americanisms |
ISBN | : 9780415259385 |
Entry includes attestations of the head word's or phrase's usage, usually in the form of a quotation. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).
Author | : Joseph William Coyte |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 68 |
Release | : 1811 |
Genre | : English poetry |
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Author | : Bernard C. Lamb |
Publisher | : Michael O'Mara Books |
Total Pages | : 183 |
Release | : 2011-07-31 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 1843177536 |
Written by the President of the Queen's English Society and covering all of the basics, this clear and practical guide will teach anyone how to write and use English correctly.
Author | : Norman Francis Blake |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 676 |
Release | : 1992 |
Genre | : English language |
ISBN | : 9780511468469 |
Volume two of this set covers the Middle English Period, approximately 1066-1476, and describes and analyses developments in the language from the Norman Conquest to the introduction of printing.
Author | : Lynda Mugglestone |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
Total Pages | : 369 |
Release | : 2003 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 0199250618 |
Talking Proper is a history of the rise and fall of the English accent as a badge of cultural, social, and class identity. Lynda Mugglestone traces the origins of the phenomenon in late eighteenth-century London, follows its history through the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, and charts its downfall during the era of New Labor. This is a witty, readable account of a fascinating subject, liberally spiced with quotations from English speech and writing over the past 250 years.
Author | : Sally Bedell Smith |
Publisher | : Random House Incorporated |
Total Pages | : 721 |
Release | : 2012 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 1400067898 |
A tribute to the life and enduring reign of Elizabeth II draws on numerous interviews and previously undisclosed documents to juxtapose the queen's public and private lives, providing coverage of such topics as her teen romance with Philip, her contributions during World War II and the scandals that have challenged her family. (This book was previously listed in Forecast.)