David Ross has produced an extraordinary, eclectic and hilarious collection of thematically arranged Scottish insults, abuse and invective which has been wonderfully illustrated throughout by Rupert Besley. The best insults, according to the author, occupy an indefinite space between wit and abuse, containing elements of both to varying degree; they must always sting the victim, or else they are a failure. This book is full of rich and expressive examples of insult and invective for all occasions from all over Scotland. These have been passed down through the centuries or have emerged in modern times, proving that clever insults are infinitely more amusing and memorable than good jokes. And so, happy reading. If you don't like it, awa' an' bile yer heid!
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David Ross was born in Argyll and educated at Dingwall Academy and St Andrews University. He has written and compiled a number of books on Scottish history and culture. He currently lives in Hereford.
Språk Engelska ● Formatera EPUB ● Sidor 208 ● ISBN 9780857909510 ● Filstorlek 6.9 MB ● Utgivare Birlinn ● Stad London ● Land GB ● Publicerad 2017 ● Nedladdningsbara 24 månader ● Valuta EUR ● ID 5209640 ● Kopieringsskydd Social DRM
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