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Overview"Many phrases in common use today, like ""as the crow flies"" and ""three sheets to the wind,"" originated from naval slang. The writers, musicians, filmmakers, and TV personalities who adopt these phrases increasingly expose the public to the sailor's language, yet few are aware of the original meanings. This entertaining book provides a fascinating compilation of naval slang, ranging from terms describing ship handling and seamanship, to food and drink, to discipline and insults. The text is enhanced with original line drawings that illustrate the meaning of such nautical terms as ""splice the mainbrace."" The book draws on the rich linguistic heritage of both the British and American navies, known for their quirks and nuances as well as their traditions, to offer a work that will appeal to word lovers everywhere." Full Product DetailsAuthor: Martin Robson , Mark MyersPublisher: Naval Institute Press Imprint: Naval Institute Press Dimensions: Width: 12.70cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 17.80cm Weight: 0.245kg ISBN: 9781591146278ISBN 10: 1591146275 Pages: 144 Publication Date: 30 October 2008 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Unspecified Availability: In Print  Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationMartin Robson, a former research fellow at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, England, is also the author of The Battle of Trafalgar. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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