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English as a Second f*Cking Language

How to Swear Effectively, Explained in Detail with Numerous Examples Taken from Everyday Life

Author: Sterling Johnson   Series: St. Martin's Press

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Demonstrates swearing for those learning English as a second language, and explains the meaning of obscene, off-color, and vulgar expressions.

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Demonstrates swearing for those learning English as a second language, and explains the meaning of obscene, off-color, and vulgar expressions.

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In the English language, swearing is essential to effective communication. In this hilarious and illuminating guide, you will learn just how to do it - no fcking problem.

Whether you want to succeed in business, school, or social circles, a strong command of vocabulary is absolutely necessary. Just imagine a stranger to our shores, trying to comprehend the following conversation:

John: Mary, would you like to attend the opera this evening?
Mary: F
cking-A. should I wear my black dress?
John: Why the fck not?
Mary: F
cked if I know-Oh, fck! I just remembered. It got fcked up in the wash.
John: Well, fck the opera. Let's stay home and fck.
Mary: Good fcking idea.

English as a Second Fcking Language (ESFL) is the perfect way for nonnative speakers to learn the basics of swearing. At the same time, it also offers native speakers a wide variety of twists and new refinements. Page after page, ESFL provides a smorgasbord of swearing synonyms designed to boost your vocabulary-everything from the conventional dmn and sht to a host of more inventive terms that would make any truck driver blush. And when you're finished reading, our Final Fcking Exam is the perfect test of your swearing skills. You'll be surprised by how much you've learned!

"Great fcking book!" --Stephen King

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“"Great fcking book!" --Stephen King”

"Great fcking book!" --Stephen King

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About the Author

World-renowned for his innovative lectures and workshops, Professor Sterling Johnson has been teaching English as a second language for over twenty years. He now lives in Pacific Grove, California, where he enjoys a "nice f*cking day" as much as the next fellow.

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Publisher
St Martin's Press
Published
15th June 1996
Edition
1st
Pages
88
ISBN
9780312143299

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