Dictionary of Allusions
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- Synopsis
- This volume nearly doubles an earlier one limited to classical and biblical allusions, drawing as well from Shakespeare, Norse and other mythology, literary texts, historical events, and popular culture including film and television. In addition to explaining what people usually mean when they use the word or phrase and its origin or possible origins, the articles provide an example of its use, a guide for pronouncing any but common English words, and often cross-references to other articles. There is no bibliography. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
- Copyright:
- 2008
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Book Size:
- 534 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9780816071050
- Publisher:
- Facts On File, Incorporated
- Date of Addition:
- 11/13/09
- Copyrighted By:
- Martin H. Manser
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Reference, Literature and Fiction, Religion and Spirituality, Social Studies, Language Arts
- Submitted By:
- 170
- Proofread By:
- 170
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.
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