Common Phrases and Where They Come From ~ by John Mordock and Myron Korach, 2001, etymology, xvii + 200 pages
The purpose of this book is to acquaint you with some of your own history, a history we all share no matter what our station in life. We want to make you aware of the historical circumstances that produced today's brief, colorful phrases that convey powerful meanings; to illustrate the way our language is shaped by our past history and how this history influences our current communications. While some idioms arose following significant historical events, most came out of the everyday lives of common folks. (See p. 168 about talking turkey.)
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