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The Complete Patter
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The Complete Patter
The ultimate guide to Glasgow's unmistakable way with words
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About the Ebook
Do you have a baldy clue as to who the bears and junglies are? Confused by the thought of some cheekywatter from your cargo? Fancy a day out at Fort Weetabix? Or would you rather settle down with some swedgers? After all, you don't want to be a stank dodger. Confused? You need this book. Michael Munro has won the eternal gratitude of Glaswegians for his efforts in popularising their city's dialect, universally known as the 'patter'. This book is the most extensive collection of this rich and expressive language ever made. Often hilarious, sometimes coarse (but never dull!), good knowledge of the patter is the key to understanding Glasgow and its inhabitants.
Why You'll Love This Ebook
- Decode the humour and invention of Glaswegian speech
- Discover hundreds of words and phrases pure Glasgow
- Enjoy a celebration of one of the world's great urban dialects
- Read another celebrated title from Birlinn Ltd - Independent Scottish Publisher
About the Author
Michael Munro has lived in Glasgow all his life and is the leading authority on the city's unique and expressive dialect. The Complete Patter, first published in 1986, has become a cult classic and achieved best-seller status. He has worked as a lexicographer with Collins and is now a freelance writer, editor and lexicographer.Publication Details
Publisher: Birlinn Ltd
Publication Date: 06 October 2013
Print Length: 224 pages (Ebook edition)
ISBN (Ebook): 9780857907219
Format: Ebook
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