Bibliograph

Three sheets to the wind, the nautical origins of everyday expressions, Cynthia Barrett ; illustrations by Vail Barrett

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Three sheets to the wind, the nautical origins of everyday expressions, Cynthia Barrett ; illustrations by Vail Barrett

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Three sheets to the wind

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Oclc number

1099681873

Responsibility statement

Cynthia Barrett ; illustrations by Vail Barrett

Sub title

the nautical origins of everyday expressions

Summary

"The origins of a remarkable number of everyday words and phrases are anchored in our seafaring past. Three Sheets to the Wind: The Nautical Origins of Everyday Expressions is an entertaining compilation revealing the maritime roots of common English expressions. The perfect companion for etymology lovers, factophiles, ocean dreamers, and the conversationally curious, Three Sheets to the Wind features 200 words and expressions that are nautically inspired. Alphabetically organized (from A to Sea) readers can also enjoy 100 original illustrations as well as relevant excerpts from the great novels of Melville, Forester, O'Brian, and others"--, Provided by publisher

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