Christopher J. Moore Livres

Ever racked your brain for a word you're convinced should exist, yet is inexplicably absent from the dictionary? All languages have their limitations - should Englis h fall short, the expression may lie elsewhere. That's where this book comes in: a quirky, international lexicon of linguistic gems that capture certain moments or things with satisfying precision. The mots justes are grouped according to language and pref aced with insightful overviews of the relevant cultures. Embellished with entertaining and characterful colour illustrations, The Untranslatable s is the perfect gift book to entertain even the most well -versed polyglot.

The quintessential A to Z guide to British English—perfect for every egghead and bluestocking looking to conquer the language barrier Oscar Wilde once said the Brits have "everything in common with America nowadays except, of course, language." Any visitor to Old Blighty can sympathize with Mr. Wilde. After all, even fluent English speakers can be at sixes and sevens when told to pick up the "dog and bone" or "head to the loo," so they can "spend a penny." Wherever did these peculiar expressions come from? British author Christopher J. Moore made a name for himself on this side of the pond with the sleeper success of his previous book, In Other Words . Now, Moore draws on history, literature, pop culture, and his own heritage to explore the phrases that most embody the British character. He traces the linguistic influence of writers from Chaucer to Shakespeare and Dickens to Wodehouse, and unravels the complexity Brits manage to imbue in seemingly innocuous phrases like "All right." Along the way, Moore reveals the uniquely British origins of some of the English language’s more curious sayings. For Who is Bob and how did he become your uncle? Why do we refer to powerless politicians as “lame ducks”? How did “posh” become such a stylish word?Part language guide, part cultural study, How to Speak Brit is the perfect addition to every Anglophile’s library and an entertaining primer that will charm the linguistic-minded legions.

Part of an ELT course which aims to help nurture children's confidence and enthusiasm for English through gently graded activities. The syllabus has built-in revision and pronunciation lessons, and involves pupils in the evaluation of their own progress.

English may well be the most spoken language in the world but what exactly do we mean when we talk about 'the English language'? It is an ever-evolving (and frequently unusual) means of communication that can often leave the curious foreign traveller flummoxed. After all, who really is 'er indoors? What is a stiff upper lip? And why are the English always so sorry? If there still is such a thing as 'the Queen's English', then what can it tell us about the people who use it? For every anorak, egghead or toff, The Queen's English is the perfect guide to understanding what makes the English tick. From cricket to chips, the jumble sale to the white van man, Moore casts a quizzical eye over English passions and concerns and considers the influence on the language of English writers from Chaucer to Wodehouse. For those keen to uncover the peculiarities of the English lexicon, or those just hoping to fit in, this enlightening A-Z helps to breach the language barrier. The Queen's English offers rare insight into the quintessential qualities of the English race. Christopher J. Moore is an Englishman. He is the author of the highly successful In Other Words. Christopher has a BA in Modern Languages, an Msc in Linguistics and is an author and editor for both adult and children's books including a collection of Gaelic poetry.

Bezaubernde Worte aus der ganzen Welt zeigen uns, dass es noch viel mehr gibt, was man sagen und ausdrücken könnte. Sie alle sind so besonders, dass sie sich nicht übersetzen lassen. Solch faszinierende Redewendungen findet man, begleitet von liebevollen Illustrationen auf den Seiten dieses wunderbaren Bandes. Mit 90 Worten und Redewendungen aus aller Welt, sowohl aus antiken als auch aus modernen Sprachen, unterhält dieses Buch jeden, der ein Herz für Sprache hat. Wortbeispiele: kanga, powow, bol, tha gradh agam ort, megillah, utepils, hankikanto, hacer un gancho, attaccabottone, saudade, uitwaaien, gagung, wabi-sabi, taraadin, gönül, Schadenfreude, shibui

Verlevendig je geest en verrijk je eigen woordenschat met Onvertaalbaar!. Het is een subliem en geestig lexicon vol fascinerende woorden en zinnen waarvoor geen directe Nederlandse vertaling bestaat. Het bekendste voorbeeld voor ons Nederlanders is natuurlijk het woord gezellig, waar men in het buitenland altijd een paar woorden meer voor nodig heeft om de precieze betekenis ervan weer te geven. Maar dit geldt anderzijds ook voor het Duitse 'Drachenfutter' - dat wat een dronken echtgenoot nodig heeft om de woede van zijn vrouw te weerstaan. Of het Arabische 'taraadin' - het sluiten van een 'ik win, jij wint'-compromis.