Hogtied in the Hexagon? Understanding France part 3 of 3
Hogtied in the Hexagon? Understanding France Part 3
Our choice of 15 Books to help better understand France.
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First of all what is "hogtied"? To hogtie is an Americanism that goes back to about 1890 literally meaning to tie an animal, in particular a hog, with all four feet together. Figuratively the phrase mean to thwart or hamper. So here is part 3 of our list of 15 books that'll help you feel less bewildered and understand France.
What is the Hexagon? The Hexagon is a nickname for France! (due to the mainland's nearly hexagonal shape)
La puce à l’oreille: anthologie des expressions populaires avec leur origine
Claude Duneton
Fistfuls of everyday expressions are analyzed in their social and historical contexts. A marvel of curiosity, this book will teach you a great number of things about popular expressions. Tomber en quenouille, avoir la poisse, la veuve poignet, être un pigeon, rouler une pelle, pas piqué des…
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