{"product_id":"mixed-metaphors-jane-fender-9781764419918","title":"Mixed Metaphors: Idioms Exposed!: A witty \u0026 insightful collection unpacks more than 200 of the world's most familiar sayings Reading Game for Children","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMixed Metaphors: Idioms Exposed!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover the joy of wordplay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncover why \"Hold your horses\" has nothing to do with actual horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive a birthday surprise or stocking stuffer that sparks curiosity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow your child's vocabulary, one fun phrase at a time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn reading into a game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake family time a little more interesting-with a book everyone can enjoy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEver wondered why we 'bite the bullet', 'burn the midnight oil', or 'throw caution to the wind'?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis witty and insightful collection unpacks more than 200 of the world's most familiar sayings, revealing their real meanings, cultural roots, and how we still use them today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for word lovers, writers, and anyone who enjoys clever turns of phrase, 'Mixed Metaphors' celebrates the colourful language we use without thinking and the stories that hide behind every expression. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEver wondered why we \"burn the midnight oil,\" \"bite the bullet,\" or \"throw caution to the wind\"? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMixed Metaphors is your definitive, entertaining guide to the everyday expressions that shape how we think, talk, and connect. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePacked with over 200 of the world's most familiar idioms and sayings, this book uncovers their true meanings, origins, and modern relevance - from the wise (\"A stitch in time saves nine\") to the witty (\"Jump the shark\"). \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEach entry is concise, insightful, and written in plain English - making it perfect for readers who love words, writers looking to sharpen their language, and anyone curious about how culture hides inside common speech. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhether you're an English learner, a linguistics lover, or just someone who enjoys a clever turn of phrase, Mixed Metaphors delivers a fun, fascinating dive into the sayings we use without thinking - and what they really reveal about us.\u003cbr\u003eInside you'll find: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e215 idioms and metaphors explained clearly and engagingly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheir hidden meanings, cultural roots, and modern use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA lively, browsable format - perfect for dipping in and out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA book for thinkers, talkers, and word nerds everywhere - because understanding language means understanding ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jane Fender\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 176441991X\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781764419918\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Facto of Five\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/22\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 64\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.22lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.13d","brand":"Jane Fender","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48137268330751,"sku":"9781764419918","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_3ba61db7-d8ff-4c47-8008-a789864c7461.jpg?v=1770167699","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/mixed-metaphors-jane-fender-9781764419918","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}