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Cockney Rhyming Slang: The Language of London
Cockney Rhyming Slang The Language of London
Author: Daniel Smith
This is the definitive guide to the vibrant and inventive language of the East End, featuring history, trivia, and anecdotes. Cockney rhyming slang originated as a secret code among the thieves of London's East End. Adopted by costermongers and market traders, it fast became a vibrant patois that defined a community, confused the police, and evo...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781782434825
ISBN-10: 1782434828
Publication Date: 12/1/2015
Pages: 160
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Publisher: Michael O'Mara
Book Type: Paperback
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