The Facts on File Dictionary of Allusions |
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| Author:
| Manser, Martin H. |
| Series title: | Facts on File Writer's Library |
| ISBN: | 978-1-282-43965-8 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2008 |
| Publisher: | Facts On File, Incorporated
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $90.00 |
Book Description:
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Discover the fascinating world of allusions in one in-depth guide.The Facts On File Dictionary of Allusions provides a comprehensive guide to allusions in the English language. In approximately 4,000 entries, this new resource explores well-known events, places, people, and phenomena whose names have acquired linguistic significance, conveying a particular message beyond a mere reference to the objects referred to. Entries are drawn from a wide range of sources, including...
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Discover the fascinating world of allusions in one in-depth guide.The Facts On File Dictionary of Allusions provides a comprehensive guide to allusions in the English language. In approximately 4,000 entries, this new resource explores well-known events, places, people, and phenomena whose names have acquired linguistic significance, conveying a particular message beyond a mere reference to the objects referred to. Entries are drawn from a wide range of sources, including Shakespeare and the Bible; Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology; texts from literature through the ages; historical events; popular culture; and film and television. Individual entries contain pronunciation guides, definitions, examples, information on derived forms, and more. An index, guide to use, and cross-references round out this accessible dictionary.Entries include: