"Mariner books."

Includes indexes.

The creator of the "New York Times" dialect quiz that ignited conversations about how and why American in different regiions say the words they say offers a map-laden exploration of American language. How do you pronounce "pecan"? What do you call a long sandwich with varieties of meats and cheeses? Do you cut the grass or mow the lawn? The answers to these questions—and the distinctions they reveal about who says what and where they say it—are not just the ultimate in cocktail party fodder; they are also windows into the history of our nation, our regions, and our language. On page after page, readers will be fascinated and charmed by these stunning maps of how Americans speak as they gain new insights into our language and ourselves.,Provided by publisher.