The Language of London: Cockney Rhyming Slang

About this book

This beautifully packaged and accessible guide is the perfect companion to learning the phrases of Londons East End and the interesting origins behind Cockney Rhyming Slanga language first invented as a secret code among the thieves of Londons underworld. Organized thematically the book allows the reader to gain a full understanding of how to use a range of cockney phrases covering the popular traditional phrases such as "apples and pears"stairs "Barnet Fair"hair and "sausage and mash"crash and some more modern additions.