The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Phrase and Fable is a new reference work, providing a wealth of fascinating and informative background detail for over 10,000 phrases and allusions used in English today. Drawing from Oxford's unrivalled bank of language and quotation on-line resources, this highly browsable pot pourri of allusive terms includes entries from a broad range of topics, from classical mythology, history, religion, folk customs, superstitions, science and technology, philosophy, and popular culture. From African Eve to white van man, from Barbie doll and bunny boiler to the big bang theory, the dictionary gives reliable, up-to-date insights into the origin and history of words and phrases, with ample cross-referencing.
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Paperback. Etat : Very Good. The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Phrase and Fable is a new reference work, providing a wealth of fascinating and informative background detail for over 10,000 phrases and allusions used in English today. Drawing from Oxford's unrivalled bank of language and quotation on-line resources, this highly browsable pot pourri of allusive terms includes entries from a broad range of topics, from classical mythology, history, religion, folk customs, superstitions, science and technology, philosophy, and popular culture. From African Eve to white van man, from Barbie doll and bunny boiler to the big bang theory, the dictionary gives reliable, up-to-date insights into the origin and history of words and phrases, with ample cross-referencing. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N° de réf. du vendeur GOR001638066
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Etat : Muy bueno. : Este diccionario conciso de frases y fábulas es una obra de referencia que proporciona información fascinante y detallada sobre más de 10,000 frases y alusiones utilizadas en inglés. Basándose en el banco de lenguaje y citas en línea de Oxford, este diccionario incluye entradas de una amplia gama de temas, desde la mitología clásica, la historia, la religión, las costumbres populares, las supersticiones, la ciencia y la tecnología, la filosofía y la cultura popular. Desde African Eve hasta white van man, desde Barbie doll y bunny boiler hasta la teoría del big bang, el diccionario ofrece información fiable y actualizada sobre el origen y la historia de las palabras y frases, con amplias referencias cruzadas. EAN: 9780192801258 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Literatura y Ficción Título: A Concise Dictionary of Phrase and Fable Autor: Elizabeth Knowles Editorial: OUP Oxford Idioma: en Páginas: 608 Formato: tapa blanda. N° de réf. du vendeur Happ-2024-07-23-e969688d
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