Jackspeak of the Royal Canadian Navy

A Glossary of Naval Terminology

Mark Nelson

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Dundurn Group Ltd
06 February 2019

Language: history & general works; Dialect, slang & jargon; Naval forces & warfare

Pull up a bollard and get to know the colourful language of the Royal Canadian Navy.

Do you ever get channel fever so bad only a great homeward bounders will cure you? Have you ever met Tug Wilson the brass-pounder, Dusty Miller the blanket stacker, or Nobby Clark the stoker? From aback to zizEX, the second edition of Jackspeak of the Royal Canadian Navy gives readers a chance to fill their boots with the colourful language of Canada's senior service. Learn the difference between duff and no duff, box kickers and gut robbers, and Nelson's blood and Neptune's dandruff. Newly revised and expanded, with over 2,500 terms included!

By: Mark Nelson
Imprint: Dundurn Group Ltd
Country of Publication: Canada
Edition: 2nd New edition
Dimensions: Height: 177mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 340g
ISBN: 9781459742796
ISBN 10: 1459742796
Pages: 344
Publication Date: 06 February 2019
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Mark Nelson developed a love for the language and lifestyle of the Canadian Navy over his twenty-six-year naval career. He lives in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Reviews for Jackspeak of the Royal Canadian Navy: A Glossary of Naval Terminology

Today’s RCN needs this book as a bridge between the experienced sailors and the new entries ... An outstanding resource! * — Chief Petty Officer Chris Radimer (retired) * It’s wonderful to see such an outstanding collection of the words and phrases I have passed on to many young sailors in my forty-three years of naval service. * — Chief Petty Officer Fred Haight (retired) * A delightful read, for both mariners and non-mariners alike! Despite having over 25 years in the Royal Canadian Navy, I learned a few new terms reading this book. The author, who first introduced me as a very green Ordinary Seaman to the Naval world, has done a wonderful job capturing the unique nature of Naval speak. I would recommend this book to any new and even seasoned sailors to gain a better understanding of life at sea. * — Commander Jason Karle, OIC Sea Training (Atlantic) – Patrol, RCN *