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Alan Connor, lauded by Richard Osman for his encyclopaedic knowledge and literary finesse, and by Rory Cellan-Jones for his lexical prowess and wit, presents a captivating exploration of the British Isles through its myriad expressions for precipitation. Konnie Huq describes it as 'A gorgeous, funny tour of the British Isles as seen from the clouds.'
For those who relished THE ETYMOLOGICON and VERY BRITISH PROBLEMS, this book offers a delightfully sodden journey across our rain-soaked archipelago. From 'mizzle' to 'dreich', from 'raining knives and forks' to a 'mugga-fisty', the British Isles boast an astonishing array of terms for rain, each as intriguing as the last.
Connor, a wordsmith and enthusiastic puddle-jumper, delves into the fascinating origins and peculiar histories of over one hundred rain-related expressions. His adventures take him from experiencing a 'smirr' in Aberdeen to witnessing a 'fox's wedding' in Devon, all while pondering the quintessentially British phenomenon of picnicking in parked cars during downpours.
This official BBC Weather book is a charming and witty celebration of our national obsession, revealing how each raindrop and its local moniker paints a vivid picture of the people and places it drenches. It's an essential read for anyone intrigued by the rich tapestry of British vernacular and our enduring fascination with the weather.
Book ISBN: | 9781785948541 |
Book Author: | Alan Connor |
Book Format: | Hardback |
Book Imprint: | BBC Books |
Book Publisher: | Ebury Publishing |
Book Dimensions: | 224 x 143 x 20 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2024-11-14 |
Book Pagination: | 208 pages |
Book Weight: | 316g |
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Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’