Salty Dog Talk

Most of us never realise how many words and expressions used in
everyday English have a nautical origin. This fascinating and charming
pocket book explains the seafaring beginnings of over 200 such phrases - colourful, bizarre and surprising - and how they came ashore.

Just a few examples are:

• Chock-a-block

• Chance your arm

• Money for old rope

• Spic and span

• Push the boat out

• At close quarters

This entertaining book has been a popular title for boaters and landlubbers alike, ever since first publication in 1983.

'Good fun' Yachts and Yachting
'Entertaining, informative, educational and lots of fun' Multihull International_
'_An entertaining and informative little book' Motor Boats Monthly