- Hardcover: 256 pages
- Publisher: Ebury Press; New edition edition (1 Jan 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0091909961
- ISBN-13: 978-0091909963
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 5,413,639 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'Great fun' - Lads Magazine"
ICE magazine, December 2004
"If you were a cruel kid you'll love this. Glorious, puerile insults in abundance."
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I'm sure the author himself would be the first to admit that the intended scope of this book is ambitious to say the least, but the brilliance with which he nails the salient points to the page is breathtaking. The subtle nuances of budding social interaction are trailed along the printed page like so many pearl necklaces, inviting the reader to explore the development of language at a most important stage in human growth. The astounding level of research, cross references and supporting evidence mean that although this book is easily understood by the lay man, the author has not betrayed his academic roots. I fully expect this book to be on many a reading list come September. Jonathon Blyth, academic, adventurer, guru. To this list we now must add author.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Not only does Log-chan's book document our juvenile vocabulary from days past, it shows nicknames, pranks and rhymes that you may not have heard yourself. There's so much in it I had completely forgotten about, and shows how silly and hilarious/sick kids can be.
I've been passing this round the office and has proven most popular. You gotta have a copy, then you'll learn about things like lunchbox hierarchy and what a spooner is. You'll be asked questions on this later, so pay attention!
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
What a great book! I bought it as a present for my nephew and then everyone loved it so much they all had to get their own copies. It's a hoot!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A Must Read
This book has to be one of the most hilarious ever written. I laughed more than I have for years. Don't bother with this book if you consider yourself to have a sophisticated sense... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Mr. Robin Hume
Bring back all those wonderful memories
Did you go to school in the 70s or early 80s? Yes? Then buy this book.
Simple.
Simple.
Published on 5 Feb 2010 by Buzby
Funny childhood memories
Depending on your age group,this is very funny,either way,it evokes childhood memories,good AND bad
Paul
Paul
Published on 11 Sep 2009 by P. A. Taylor
It wasn't what I was expecting
I was kind of hoping for a series of funny, interesting or weird story's from people's school days, not necessarily celebritey's. Read more
Published on 11 Sep 2008 by M. Ward
Law of the playground
I laughed until I cried, mentally ticking off all the pranks/jokes/violence inflicted on my classmates & myself. Read more
Published on 19 July 2008 by Janey Shaw
A thumpin' good read
This book is simply chuffing great. It's funnier than a broken pit pony and will give you more laughs than you're ever likely to find at a comedy night down at the... Read more
Published on 2 Mar 2006 by Jonathan Rossiter
Awfully amusing
I read this and split my britches. My braces snapped. I laughed, I cried, I belmed furiously. I beabled at least three times. Read more
Published on 28 July 2005 by "lordcharles"
Authoritative and definitive
A compendious tome, epic in scope but intimate in detail, exploring the intricacies of its delicate subject matter with the methodical precision of a spade-fisted belmer torturing... Read more
Published on 21 April 2005 by "psychonaut9"
Because they weren't your friends...
For anyone who sniggered at band names like R.E.M. or rememeber monging about the school playground this book is a must!
I haven't laughed so much since... well... ever!
Published on 5 Jan 2005 by B. Sugden
HILARIOUS!
I actually own this book, unlike some of the other reviewers...And it is honestly one of the funniest books I have ever read. Read more
Published on 6 Oct 2004 by "louise_v"
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