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The Book of Random Oddities

AUTHOR Publications International, Ltd; Publications International Ltd
PUBLISHER Publications International, Ltd. (05/01/2014)
PRODUCT TYPE Hardcover (Hardcover)
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The Book of Random Oddities is a massive 704-page hardcover volume that is packed with stories, lists, anecdotes, and quotes about words and language.

Explore 16 chapters of fascinating information about the quirks of language, unusual vocabulary, word games, etymology, and more. Find out the origins of words from "juggernaut" to "meh," discover the intricacies of baseball lingo, and laugh at poorly worded headlines and spell-checker mistakes.

Gorgeous leatherette binding with gilded accents makes The Book of Random Oddities a great addition to any library.

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Product Details
ISBN-13: 9781450875554
ISBN-10: 1450875556
Binding: Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 704
Carton Quantity: 8
Product Dimensions: 6.20 x 2.20 x 9.10 inches
Weight: 1.85 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Price on Product
Country of Origin: CN
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BISAC Categories
Reference | Curiosities & Wonders
Reference | Trivia
Reference | Topic - Language
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The Book of Random Oddities is a massive 704-page hardcover volume that is packed with stories, lists, anecdotes, and quotes about words and language.

Explore 16 chapters of fascinating information about the quirks of language, unusual vocabulary, word games, etymology, and more. Find out the origins of words from "juggernaut" to "meh," discover the intricacies of baseball lingo, and laugh at poorly worded headlines and spell-checker mistakes.

Gorgeous leatherette binding with gilded accents makes The Book of Random Oddities a great addition to any library.

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