Horsefeathers (2002)
Language Arts & Disciplines / Reference -
NOT_MATURE -
Charles E. Funk
Overview
Oh, horsefeathers! <p> If you've ever wondered why the candy is called <i>butterscotch;</i> why a certain southern food is called a <i>hush puppy;</i> why tog supports in a fireplace are known as <i>andirons,</i> or sometimes <i>firedogs,</i> you'll be fascinated by the origins of the more than 600 words discussed in "a book that gets curiouser and curiouser as it goes along" <i>(Son Francisco Chronicle).</i> </p>
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English
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