Alright book on etymology

I loved the title of the book when I first saw it and felt the need to buy it, once I had figured out the joke of course!

I wouldn't call this a great book about etymology or a great humour book for that matter. It is more funny in a witty way which makes you smile to yourself and the other people on the train edge away quietly. It only really offers snippets on topics, which may prevent the more casual reader from getting bored, but it left me wanting. It was a little too listy for me (shock horror) because even though I love lists, I doubt I need to know ever business in Vancouver that uses a "K" instead of a "C" in their name. I did however, enjoy the excerpts from various historial figures, the spelling tests (nerd!) and the tips on the correct spelling and how it relates to how you say it.

It's a nice little book, but it's not as good as it could have been.

6/10