The Language of London: Cockney Rhyming Slang

The Language of London: Cockney Rhyming Slang by Smith, Daniel. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9781843175742.

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 Slang—a 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.