Items related to Divided by a Common Language Pa: A Guide to British...
Synopsis
Puzzled by signs warning you to "mind the gap" in the London Underground? Wondering what will be on your plate if you order "toad in the hole" in a London café? In Divided by a Common Language, Christopher Davies explains these expressions and discusses the many differences in pronunciation, spelling, and vocabulary between British and American English. He compares the customs, manners, and practical details of daily life in the United Kingdom and the United States, and American readers will enjoy his account of American culture as seen through an Englishman's eyes. Davies tops it off with an amusing list of expressions that sound innocent enough in one country but make quite the opposite impression in the other. Two large glossaries help travelers translate from one variety of English to the other, and additional lists explain the distinctive words of Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Divided by a Common Language is the ideal travel companion for both British visitors to the U.S. and American visitors to the U.K. It is also the perfect book for Britons interested in American culture and Americans enjoying British novels, movies, and television at home.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
CHRISTOPHER DAVIES was born and raised in England and spent several years living in Australia and New Zealand. In 1980 he settled in Florida. The many unfamiliar expressions and pronunciations that he encountered in American English led him to write Divided by a Common Language.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherHoughton Mifflin
- Publication date2007
- ISBN 10 0618911626
- ISBN 13 9780618911622
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages258
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Divided by a Common Language Pa: A Guide to British...
Seller Image
Divided by a Common Language Pa: A Guide to British and American English
Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # wbs6420498849
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Divided by a Common Language: A Guide to British and American English
Published by
Houghton Mifflin Company, 2007
ISBN 10: 0618911626
ISBN 13: 9780618911622
Used
Paperback
Seller: Reuseabook, Gloucester, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Used; Very Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine. Seller Inventory # CHL9984330
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Divided by a Common Language: A Guide to British and American English
Published by
Houghton Mifflin Company, 2007
ISBN 10: 0618911626
ISBN 13: 9780618911622
Used
Paperback
Seller: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. Seller Inventory # 4132335
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
Divided by a Common Language: A Guide to British and American English
Published by
Houghton Mifflin Company, 2007
ISBN 10: 0618911626
ISBN 13: 9780618911622
Used
Paperback
Seller: Greener Books, London, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Used; Very Good. **SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books. Seller Inventory # 4825701
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
Divided by a Common Language Pa: A Guide to British and American English
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 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 # GOR001800689
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
Divided by a Common Language : A Guide to British and American English
Published by
HarperCollins Publishers, 2007
ISBN 10: 0618911626
ISBN 13: 9780618911622
Used
Softcover
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Reprint. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 9979034-6
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Divided by a Common Language : A Guide to British and American English
Published by
HarperCollins Publishers, 2007
ISBN 10: 0618911626
ISBN 13: 9780618911622
Used
Softcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Reprint. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 4434275-75
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Divided by a Common Language : A Guide to British and American English
Published by
HarperCollins Publishers, 2007
ISBN 10: 0618911626
ISBN 13: 9780618911622
Used
Softcover
Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Reprint. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 4617361-6
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Divided by a Common Language: A Guide to British and American English
Seller: medimops, Berlin, Germany
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: good. Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present. Seller Inventory # M00618911626-G
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Divided by a Common Language: A Guide to British and American English
Seller: medimops, Berlin, Germany
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very good. Gut/Very good: Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit wenigen Gebrauchsspuren an Einband, Schutzumschlag oder Seiten. / Describes a book or dust jacket that does show some signs of wear on either the binding, dust jacket or pages. Seller Inventory # M00618911626-V
Quantity: 1 available