Dictionaries & Languages

Inspired by Jenni Nuttall's deep knowledge of the English language as well as conversations with her teenage daughter, this is a book for anyone who loves language - and for feminists who want to look to the past in order to move forward.

Explains the origins of words, where they come from, and why we use some of the expressions we do. This book includes sections on Computers, Shakespeare, Political Correctness, Magic and Monsters, and Text Messaging.

From his vast store, here is a bumper collection of Diarmaid O Muirithe's favourite words and phrases and their origins, among them be-the-hokey, barn-brack, break-a-leg, canoodle, hullabaloo, squaw and your goose is cooked.

Buntus Cainte is the most successful course in Irish and is in continual demand.Now for the first time the course books and listening material are available as part of the same package.

Master the rules of Irish grammar and unlock your language learning potential.

A humorous investigation of the Irish language.