Dictionary of Rhyming Slang by Julian Franklyn

Dictionary of Rhyming Slang by Julian Franklyn

This re-issue of Julian Franklyn's classic dictionary not only defines these expressions but also explains their origin and history. An introductory essay examines the roots and development of rhyming slang. Although many people assume that rhyming slang is exclusively Cockney, Franklyn illustrates how it is common to Australian and Americn dialects.
From the unlikely to the bizarre, the 1,500 entries both entertain and enlighten. Cartoons enliven a reference section which combines linguistic detail and cultural analysis. Whether reading the dictionary from cover to cover, or dipping into it as a reference tool, linguists and students of popular culture will find it the definitive source of information on rhyming slang.

Julian Franklyn has worked with Eric Partridge. He is currently living in London.

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ISBN 13	9780710080523
ISBN 10	0710080522
Title	Dictionary of Rhyming Slang
Author	Julian Franklyn
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Routledge & Kegan Paul Books
Year published	1975-04-17
Number of pages	214
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