Foyle's Philavery: A Treasury of Unusual Words

Christopher Foyle

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ISBN 10: 0550103295 ISBN 13: 9780550103291

Published by Chambers Harrap Publishing Ltd, 2008

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Very Good; Hardcover; Light wear to the covers; Unblemished textblock edges; Gift inscription to the title page, otherwise the endpapers and all text pages are clean and unmarked; The binding is excellent with a straight spine; This book will be shipped in a sturdy cardboard box with foam padding; Medium Format (8.5" - 9.75" tall); 0.8 lbs; Red and white covers with title in black lettering; 2008, Chambers Harrap Publishing Ltd; 233 pages; "Foyle's Philavery: A Treasury of Unusual Words," by Christopher Foyle. Seller Inventory # SKU-0065AJ06102214

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Synopsis:

The word 'philavery' was specially invented to describe this book - a collection of words chosen simply on the grounds of their aesthetic appeal. Some of these words appeal because of their aptness, some for their obscurity, some for their euphony, and some for their quirkiness. As a collection they will be a delight to all word lovers.

About the Author: Christopher Foyle is chairman of the world-famous Foyles bookshop in London's Charing Cross Road.

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Title: Foyle's Philavery: A Treasury of Unusual ...
Publisher: Chambers Harrap Publishing Ltd
Publication Date: 2008
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good

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