Items related to Lost For Words
From empty cliche to meaningless jargon, dangling participle to sentences without verbs, the English language is reeling. It is under attack from all sides. Politicians dupe us with deliberately evasive language. Bosses worry about impacting the bottom line. Here, Humphrys exposes the depths to which our beautiful language has sunk.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review:
Humphrys is passionate about language - and very funny too (Rod Liddle)
an exquisite sensitivity to the misuse of the English language (The Sunday Times)
highly relevant book ... Three cheers (Sunday Express)
for all those who care about the English language (Ann Widdecombe, New Statesman)
You will have fun with this book (Guardian)
Book Description:
an exquisite sensitivity to the misuse of the English language (The Sunday Times)
highly relevant book ... Three cheers (Sunday Express)
for all those who care about the English language (Ann Widdecombe, New Statesman)
You will have fun with this book (Guardian)
Today programme presenter's Top Ten bestselling cry for better English in paperback
for summer.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherHodder & Stoughton
- Publication date2004
- ISBN 10 0340838914
- ISBN 13 9780340838914
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages352
- Rating
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Lost For Words
Published by
Hodder & Stoughton, United Kingdom
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0340838914
ISBN 13: 9780340838914
Used
Paperback
Quantity: 2
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. From empty cliche to meaningless jargon, dangling participle to sentences without verbs, the English language is reeling. It is under attack from all sides. Politicians dupe us with deliberately evasive language. Bosses worry about impacting the bottom line. Here, Humphrys exposes the depths to which our beautiful language has sunk. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR004444858
Buy Used
£ 1.52
Convert currency
Stock Image
Lost For Words
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Lost For Words This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9780340838914
Buy Used
£ 3.29
Convert currency
Stock Image
Lost for Words: The Mangling and Manipulating of the English Language
Published by
Hodder & Stoughton
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0340838914
ISBN 13: 9780340838914
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description hardcover. Condition: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!. Seller Inventory # S_371143599
Buy Used
£ 5.68
Convert currency
Stock Image
Lost For Words
Published by
Hodder and Stoughton
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0340838914
ISBN 13: 9780340838914
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Used; Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Seller Inventory # CHL2245152
Buy Used
£ 2.12
Convert currency
Stock Image
Lost For Words
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780340838914
Buy Used
£ 3.29
Convert currency
Seller Image
Lost for Words: The Mangling and Manipulating of the English Language
Published by
Hodder & Stoughton Ltd, Great Britain
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0340838914
ISBN 13: 9780340838914
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. The dust jacket has the remains of an old sticker on the spine, and the back edge has a small tear on the corner. Top page edges slightly foxed. 334 pages. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown. Seller Inventory # 161492
Buy Used
£ 14.64
Convert currency
Stock Image
Lost for Words: The Mangling and Manipulating of the English Language
Published by
Hodder & Stoughton
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0340838914
ISBN 13: 9780340838914
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. Book is in Used-VeryGood condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain very limited notes and highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0340838914-2-3
Buy Used
£ 35.72
Convert currency
Stock Image
Lost for Words: The Mangling and Manipulating of the English Language
Published by
Hodder & Stoughton
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0340838914
ISBN 13: 9780340838914
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. Book is in Used-Good condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain limited notes and highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0340838914-2-4
Buy Used
£ 35.72
Convert currency
Stock Image
Lost for Words: The Mangling and Manipulating of the English Language
Published by
Hodder & Stoughton Ltd
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0340838914
ISBN 13: 9780340838914
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Very Good. book. Seller Inventory # D7S9-1-M-0340838914-6
Buy Used
£ 70.73
Convert currency