Description
Most of us never realise how many words and expressions used in everyday English have a nautical origin
This fascinating and charming pocket book explains the seafaring beginnings of over 200 such phrases - colourful, bizarre and surprising - and how they came ashore
Just a few examples are:
Chock-a-block
Chance your arm
Money for old rope
Spic and span
Push the boat out
At close quarters
This entertaining book has been a popular title for boaters and landlubbers alike, ever since first publication in 1983.
'Good fun' - Yachts and Yachting
'Entertaining, informative, educational and lots of fun' - Multihull International
'An entertaining and informative little book' - Motor Boats Monthly
