Set sail on a playful journey through the sea's linguistic treasures with Breverton's Nautical Curiosities.
Explore the surprising origins of everyday sayings like “steer clear,” “hit the deck,” and “bamboozle,” along with forgotten nautical gems such as “bring one's arse to anchor” and “bog orange.”
This book is a lively dive into the quirky words and phrases that have navigated their way from ship decks into everyday chat.
Perfect for lovers of language and maritime mysteries alike!