Interesting stories about curious wordsSusie Dent, Britain's cleverest lexicographer, linguistic expert and much loved national treasure, explores all the very best red herrings, cock and bull stories, white elephants and nine day wonders in the English language. There are enough stories to furnish a hundred conversations in a wonderful collection for everyone who loves words.

met with Edward I of England in Aberconwy to finalise a treaty that would change the fate of both nations

Trees are revealed as religious signifiers

makes it possible for children and young people with complex health needs to be cared for at home instead of hospital

How did she end up a sexual object of men

Every chapter of my book is based around an object (usually a pot) that's been significant in my life

He couldn't believe his luck

A group of ageing hippies meets at the cemetery in the middle of the night

and other rebellions and uprisings

Each quiz comprises 21 questions and answers are based on the real results from national surveys and polls

'This is the Story of a Happy Marriage' is a combination of literature and memoir revealing the big experiences and little moments that shaped Ann Patchett as a daughter

an exhilarating joyride

A brilliant domestic suspense that any parent will relate to