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Across the Pond

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Trash vs. rubbish. Truck vs. lorry. Underwear vs. pants. Word maven Patricia T. O'Conner talks about the differences between English in the U.S. and in the U.K.!


Bad Days in Basra

While serving as Britain's senior representative in southern Iraq from 2003 to 2004, Sir Hilary Synnott tried to keep the region together as the rest of the country descended into chaos. In his new book, Bad Days in Basra: My Turbulent Time as Britain's Man in Southern Iraq, he reveals details about Paul Bremer, life in the Green Zone, mismanagement from London, and lots more.

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Word Maven Patricia T. O'Conner

Word maven Patricia T. O'Conner takes your calls on the English language. On Wednesday, May 21, she focuses on the differences between English as it's spoken in the U.S. and in Britain.

Weigh in: Tell us your favorite examples of Americanisms vs. Britishisms.

Event:
Pat O'Conner will be talking about the myths and mysteries of English
on Wednesday, May 28th at 6:30 pm
at the Mid-Manhattan Branch of the NYPL
40th and Fifth Avenue



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