Have You Eaten Grandma?
(Author) Gyles BrandrethPedantic about punctuation or scrupulous about spelling? You'll love this hilarious and definitive guide to 21st century language from grammar-guru Gyles Brandreth. 'Brilliant, clear, entertaining, very funny and often outright silly. Brandreth excels . . . in all his linguistic joie de vivre' Guardian ____ Why, like, does everyone keep saying 'like'? Why do apostrophe's keep turning up in the wrong place? Why do we get confused when using foreign phrases - and vice versa? Is it 'may be' or 'maybe'? Should it be 'past' or 'passed'? Is it 'referenda' or 'referendums'? FFS, what's happening to our language!? Our language is changing, literacy levels are dwindling and our grasp of grammar is at crisis point, so you wouldn't be alone in thinking WTF! But do not despair, Have You Eaten Grandma? is here: Gyles Brandreth's definitive (and hilarious) guide to punctuation, spelling, and good English for the twenty-first century. Without hesitation or repetition (and just a touch of deviation) Gyles, the Just A Minute regular and self-confessed grammar guru, skewers the linguistic horrors of our time, tells us where we've been going wrong (and why), and reveals his tips and tricks to ensure that, in future, we make fewer (rather than 'less') mistakes. End of. (Is 'End of' alright? Is 'alright' all right? You'll find out right here . . . ) 'Best thing ever, laugh-a-lot, spanning everything. Great book, I'm loving this' Chris Evans, BBC Radio 2
Gyles Brandreth
Gyles Brandreth is a British writer, broadcaster, and former Member of Parliament. He is known for his witty style of writing, often combining humor with historical anecdotes. Brandreth has written numerous books on a variety of topics, including biography, history, and language.
One of his most notable works is "Oscar Wilde and the Candlelight Murders," a series of mystery novels featuring the famous playwright as a detective. Brandreth's unique blend of humor and intrigue has made him a popular author in the crime fiction genre.
In addition to his writing, Brandreth has made significant contributions to literature through his work as a journalist and broadcaster. He has appeared on various television and radio programs, sharing his knowledge and passion for the written word with audiences around the world. Brandreth's engaging storytelling and sharp wit have cemented his place as a beloved figure in the literary world.
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