Heavy Words Lightly Thrown

Heavy Words Lightly Thrown
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Publisher : Gotham
Total Pages : 228
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ISBN-10 : 1592402178
ISBN-13 : 9781592402175
Rating : 4/5 (175 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Heavy Words Lightly Thrown by : Chris Roberts

Download or read book Heavy Words Lightly Thrown written by Chris Roberts and published by Gotham. This book was released on 2006 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revealing the seamy and quirky stories behind favorite nursery rhymes, London librarian Roberts traces the origins of the subtle phrases and antiquated references, unearthing religious hatred, political subversion, and sexual innuendo.


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