Bingo Boys And Poodle-Fakers: A Curious Compendium Of Historical Slang
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Clare Mackie (illustrator)
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 2007
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: No slipcase.
Bingo Boys & Poodle-Fakers: A Curious Compilation Of Historical Slang Collected From The Best Authorities" is a fascinating reference work that uncovers the vibrant and often humorous world of historical slang. This comprehensive volume presents a meticulously researched collection of forgotten phrases and their intriguing origins, offering a unique window into the social and cultural nuances of bygone eras. It illuminates the evolution of language, detailing the colorful expressions that once permeated everyday conversation. Readers interested in etymology, social history, or simply the quirky side of language will find this an indispensable and entertaining guide.
Author: Clare Mackie (illustrator)
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 2007
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: No slipcase.
Bingo Boys & Poodle-Fakers: A Curious Compilation Of Historical Slang Collected From The Best Authorities" is a fascinating reference work that uncovers the vibrant and often humorous world of historical slang. This comprehensive volume presents a meticulously researched collection of forgotten phrases and their intriguing origins, offering a unique window into the social and cultural nuances of bygone eras. It illuminates the evolution of language, detailing the colorful expressions that once permeated everyday conversation. Readers interested in etymology, social history, or simply the quirky side of language will find this an indispensable and entertaining guide.