Nike, Nurses and Neon - The Ancient Greek and Latin words we use every day

Nike, Nurses and Neon - The Ancient Greek and Latin words we use every day

by NigelP.Brown (Author)

Synopsis

You'll encounter cars called after casseroles, kangaroos with purses and eclipses that fail to show up. Then get your togs on for a comedy at the Odeon, a marathon in the arena and lobster thermidor at your local tavern. Covering over 90 topics from Architecture to the Zoo, there's something for everyone including a whole host of anecdotes and quirky trivia along the way. This book is a must have accessory for pub quiz enthusiasts, crossword solvers and verbal journalists everywhere.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 354
Publisher: Metro Publishing Ltd
Published: 08 Sep 2008

ISBN 10: 1844546500
ISBN 13: 9781844546503