The Play of Words
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Book Overview
Learn the origins of popular phrases in the English language through this exciting book of games perfect for language lovers. Do you know the connection between the expression A HARROWING EXPERIENCE and agriculture, between BY AND LARGE and sailing, between GET YOUR GOAT and horses, or between STEAL YOUR THUNDER and show business? You probably have heard the comparisons HAPPY AS A CLAM, SMART AS A WHIP, PLEASED AS PUNCH, DEAD...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0671689096
ISBN13:9780671689094
Release Date:September 1991
Publisher:Gallery Books
Length:288 Pages
Weight:0.84 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"
Customer Reviews
4 ratings
Word Play
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Lovers of words will delight in this volume. Hours of word-play within its covers. Lederer is a word genius and this one is one of his most wide-ranging and challenging.
Great for teachers
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
This is an excellent book for teachers of 4th grade - adult. Contains fun and challenging language activities that can be modified for all levels!
The best word games I've ever seen!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
You don't need to have a sophisticated vocabulary to play these games. It's wonderful with children. We play in the car, at the dinner table, as a homework break. This book goes on vacation with us. I highly recommend it!
A wonderful resource for English Teachers & other verbivores
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
This book is full of great ways to have fun with the English language. I have used it during my teaching practicum to teach my students (grade 8 & 12) basic poetic terms. The games are great fun and a wonderful way to start class everyday! The kids keep asking for more & I don't think there's anything better than that. Lederer spans the language from sound devices, to metaphors, to names, to language logic. It's one book I wouldn't want to teach without!
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