{"product_id":"9781782435822","title":"Kicking the Bucket at the Drop of a Hat","description":"Author: Taggart, Caroline\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781782435822\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Michael O'Mara Books\u003cbr\u003eYear First Published: 2016\u003cbr\u003ePages: 224\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 5.079 inches x 7.795 inches x 0.551 inches\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDescription: \u003cbr\u003eA fascinating collection of the many unusual and vibrant phrases that adorn our language, looking at their origins and meanings. Don’t be down in the dumps if you can’t cut the mustard when asked the definition of certain phrases – this down-to-earth guide is just the ticket. This collection contains some fascinating and remarkable stories about our best-loved and most colourful phrases and show how they originate from the most diverse sources. From advertising to the Ancient Greeks, from the military to meteorology, \u003cb\u003eKicking the Bucket at the Drop of a Hat​\u003c\/b\u003e takes us on a wonderful journey through our language’s history. With more phrases than you can shake a stick at, this collection will bring home the bacon for any Tom, Dick or Harry with a love of language.","brand":"To order - ships in 1 to 3 months","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42533873909918,"sku":"HPC-9781782435822","price":17.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/products\/9781782435822.jpg?v=1680835261","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781782435822","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}