Blooming English
Subtitle: observations on the roots, cultivation and hybrids of the English language
By: Kate Burridge
Publisher: ABC Books
Published: 2002
Place of publication: Sydney
Language: eng
Number of pages: 259
ISBN-13: 9780733310270
Subjects: English language; Social aspects; Slang; Jargon
Description: A collection of observations on the mysteries and intricacies of English generated from talkback calls to Kate's popular segment on ABC Radio, written for those who love language and words.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 256-259).