Lost English by Chris Roberts

Lost English by Chris Roberts

Takes a look at how our language changes and explores the influence of other cultures on our own. This work includes such entries as: 'dekko' - take a quick look; 'brilliantine' - men's hair dressing product; and 'Nippy' - the name given to waitresses in Lyons Corner Houses. It is aimed at those interested in history and the English language.

Chris Roberts is a writer, librarian and London tour guide with a lifelong passion for the history of words.

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ISBN 13	9781843172789
ISBN 10	184317278X
Title	Lost English
Author	Chris Roberts
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
Year published	2009-09-24
Number of pages	176
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