ISBN10: 014014305X, ISBN13: 9780140143058, [publisher: Penguin Books Ltd, United Kingdom, London] Softcover How did English, 'treated for centuries as the inadequate and second-rate tongue of peasants' become the undisputed global language? How did words like shampoo, sofa and rowdy (and others drawn from over fifty languages) find their way into our dictionary? In this revealing and often hilarious book, Bill Bryson examines the mother tongue and explores the countless varieties of English and the perils of marketing brands with names like Pschitt and Super Piss. With entertaining sections on the oddities of swearing and spelling, spoonerisms and Scrabble, and a consideration of what we mean by 'good English', "Mother Tongue" is one of the most stimulating books yet written on this endlessly engrossing subject. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
[Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1991]

Paperback. Very Good. ISBN 014014305X 9780140143058 [GB]

ISBN10: 014014305X, ISBN13: 9780140143058, [publisher: Gardners Books] Softcover Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
[Frederick, MD, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1991]

Penguin Books Ltd 1991 Mass-market paperback Good Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.

Gardners Books, Date: 1991. Wraps have only light wear, spine is unbent. Pages are clean with no markings in text. . Soft Cover. Very Good. 8vo - 7¾" - 9¾" Tall. 1991. Gardners Books ISBN 014014305x 9780140143058 [US]

Gardners Books, Date: 1991. Paperback. As New. Disclaimer:An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact; pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. At ThriftBooks, our motto is: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed. 1991. Gardners Books ISBN 014014305X 9780140143058 [US]

ISBN10: 014014305X, ISBN13: 9780140143058, [publisher: Gardners Books] Softcover Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.5
[Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1991]

Gardners Books 1991 Softcover Good Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Gardners Books 1991 Softcover Good Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Penguin Books, UK, 1991 Paperback. Condition: Good. Moderate reading wear. Very clean interior. . ISBN 014014305x 9780140143058 [NZ]

ISBN10: 014014305X, ISBN13: 9780140143058, [publisher: Penguin Books, New York] Softcover 14th printing. Some discoloration to pages and covers. Slight wear along the book edges. Light creases along the spine. Tiny stain at bottom of page edges closer to the spine.
[Naperville, IL, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1991]
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ISBN10: 014014305X, ISBN13: 9780140143058, [publisher: Gardners Books] Softcover Prompt shipment, with tracking. we ship in CLEAN SECURE BOXES NEW BOXES First thus. Pages tan else very good. *
[Binghamton, NY, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1991]

Gardners Books 1991-09-01 Paperback Very Good Prompt shipment, with tracking. we ship in CLEAN SECURE boxes First thus. Pages tan else very good. *

ISBN10: 014014305X, ISBN13: 9780140143058, [publisher: Penguin] Softcover 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. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages.
[Gloucester, GLOS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1999]

Penguin 07/29/1999 New Ed Paperback Fair Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. The book is perfectly readable and fit for use, although it shows signs of previous ownership. The spine is likely creased and the cover scuffed or slightly torn. Textbooks will typically have an amount of underlining and/or highlighting, as well as notes. If this book is over 5 years old, then please expect the pages to be yellowing or to have age spots. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Damaged cover. The cover of is slightly damaged for instance a torn or bent corner. Inscription on the first page, typically just a name but may include a dedication or a brief personal message.

Penguin 07/29/1999 New Ed Paperback Fair Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. The book is perfectly readable and fit for use, although it shows signs of previous ownership. The spine is likely creased and the cover scuffed or slightly torn. Textbooks will typically have an amount of underlining and/or highlighting, as well as notes. If this book is over 5 years old, then please expect the pages to be yellowing or to have age spots. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Damaged cover. The cover of is slightly damaged for instance a torn or bent corner.

Penguin 07/29/1999 New Ed Paperback 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. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Inscription on the first page, typically just a name but may include a dedication or a brief personal message.

Penguin 07/29/1999 New Ed Paperback 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. Damaged book. Slightly damaged in some way typically, a grazed corner or torn cover.

Penguin 07/29/1999 New Ed Paperback 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. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading.

ISBN10: 014014305X, ISBN13: 9780140143058, [publisher: Penguin] Softcover Book is in Good condition. Slight discolouration to the pages.
[Doncaster, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1991]

ISBN10: 014014305X, ISBN13: 9780140143058, [publisher: Penguin] Softcover Good condition with typical reading wear. Sloping spine. Creasing to the cover. Discolouration present. Fingermarks present.
[Doncaster, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1991]

Penguin, Date: 1991-09-25. paperback. Good. 5x1x8. Book is in good condition with typical reading wear to the cover and spine. Slight discolouration to the pages. Fingermarks present. 1991. Penguin ISBN 014014305X 9780140143058 [GB]

Penguin, Date: 1991-09-26. Paperback. Good. Book is in good condition. Slight discolouration to the pages. 1991. Penguin ISBN 014014305X 9780140143058 [GB]

Penguin, Date: 1991-09-26. Paperback. Very Good. Book is in very good condition. All pages are intact and unmarked. 1991. Penguin ISBN 014014305X 9780140143058 [GB]

Penguin, Date: 1991-09-26. Paperback. Good. Book is in good condition. Slight discolouration to the pages. 1991. Penguin ISBN 014014305X 9780140143058 [GB]