Mothballs and Elbow Grease: Origins and Meanings of Household Sayings by Nationa

Description: Mothballs and Elbow Grease by National Trust A fascinating, attractively illustrated collection of household sayings with their origins and meanings. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A fascinating, attractively illustrated collection of household sayings with their origins and meanings. A charming, attractively illustrated collection of household sayings with their origins and meanings.Mothballs and Elbow Grease explores the impact and influence of domestic chores and household items that have become woven into the fabric of everyday life and speech.From the origins of words like charwoman and pantry to those turns of phrase which have acquired a broader meaning, such as handle with kid gloves and it will all come out in the wash, this fascinating book pieces together the intriguing background to many widely-used expressions which have their roots set in the domestic life of bygone days. Author Biography Adrian Tinniswood has acted as a consultant to the National Trust. He is the author of several books on historic British houses and antiques. Description for Sales People A fascinating collection of household sayings with their origins and meanings. Attractively reissued in a new, small gifty format Illustrated with charming, nostalgic line drawings Details ISBN1907892168 Year 2011 ISBN-10 1907892168 ISBN-13 9781907892165 Media Book Format Hardcover Author National Trust Pages 128 Imprint National Trust Books Subtitle Origins and Meanings of Household Sayings Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 428 Short Title MOTHBALLS & ELBOW GREASE Language English Series National Trust History & Heritage Illustrations 100 Illustrations, black and white UK Release Date 2011-05-05 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Illustrator Vicky Arrowsmith Birth 1947 Affiliation University of Alabama Position Assistant Professor Qualifications PsyD Publication Date 2011-05-05 Audience General AU Release Date 2011-08-17 NZ Release Date 2011-08-19 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160741928;

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