Win a copy of The Metaphor Zoo

The front cover of the book Metaphor Zoo with an orange background and animals on the front

Learn how animal references have been used in the English language for centuries.

Animal references have been used in the English language to illustrate traits and emotions for centuries. In his new book, The Metaphor Zoo, Jeremy Butterfield looks more closely at these sayings and picks out some of his favourites.

These include sayings such as “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks”, to “chew things over”, and “as happy as a clam at high tide”. It’s a fun and fascinating book published by Oneworld, priced £18.99 hardback and we have three copies to give away.

To be in with a chance of winning a copy, complete your details. This competition closes on 5 November 2026.

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Win a copy of The Metaphor Zoo

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