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2) Why Do We Say That? - 101 Idioms, Phrases, Sayings & Facts! The Origins & History Of Your Favorit
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Have you ever pondered the origins of phrases like "pardon my French" for excusing profanity, "on his last legs" for describing decline, or "storm in a teacup" for an exaggerated situation? Or wondered how "twist someone's arm" evolved into a metaphor for coercive persuasion?Join us on a delightful journey through the history of language! Why Do We Say That? is your gateway to discovering the intriguing stories and cultural significance of 101 commonly...
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A side-splitting selection of one-liners, comic definitions, yarns and witty quotes from the world of music. Most professions have their own jokes, but musicians seem to have more than their fair share. Perhaps it's the insane travel schedule, the bad lodgings or just lack of sleep. But as Jim Green says in his introduction, "...it's not surprising we're a band apart (so to speak), outcasts who seek only our own company, rubbing two jokes together...
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Sex, drugs, egos, money, fans, music, god and who we love and hate... the rock stars have their say.
Featuring over 2,000 words of wisdom and stupidity from all your favourite rock stars and five decades of rock'n'roll.
Quotes include:
• 'Don't interpret me. My songs don't have any meaning. They're just words.' - Bob Dylan.
• 'I was a veteran before I was a teenager.' - Michael Jackson.
• 'I would rather eat my own testicles...
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No matter how much you think you know about classical music, you'll find plenty of baffling questions and surprising answers inside - all carefully compiled by Richard Baker OBE.
Challenge your friends! Try to answer questions round by round…or read it just for fun! You'll have hours of enjoyment with the ultimate Classical Music questions and answers book.
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