Synopsis
The Wordsworth Dictionary of Phrase & Fable explains the origins of the familiar and the unfamiliar in everyday speech and literature, including the colloquial and the proverbial, and embracing archaeology, history, religion, the arts, science, mythology, and characters from fiction. This invaluable dictionary, which revises and updates the original work of Dr Ebenezer Cobham Brewer, encompasses material from all over the English speaking world and cites many equivalents from other European countries. The inclusion of quotations which accompany and illustrate many of the entries adds hugely to the value of this legendary work of reference.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for The Dictionary of Phrase and Fable (Wordsworth Reference)
Stock Image
The Wordsworth Dictionary of Phrase and Fable
Published by
Wordsworth Editions Ltd, 2001
ISBN 10: 1840223103
ISBN 13: 9781840223101
Used
paperback
Seller: HPB-Movies, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_452871163
Stock Image
The Wordsworth Dictionary of Phrase and Fable
Published by
Wordsworth Editions Ltd, 2001
ISBN 10: 1840223103
ISBN 13: 9781840223101
Used
paperback
Seller: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_452265848
Stock Image
The Wordsworth Dictionary of Phrase and Fable (Wordsworth Reference)
Published by
Wordsworth Editions Ltd, 2001
ISBN 10: 1840223103
ISBN 13: 9781840223101
Used
paperback
Seller: HPB-Diamond, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_445111478
Stock Image
The Wordsworth Dictionary of Phrase and Fable
Published by
Wordsworth Editions Ltd, 2001
ISBN 10: 1840223103
ISBN 13: 9781840223101
Used
Softcover
Seller: Hawking Books, Edgewood, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Very Good Condition. Has some wear. Five star seller - Buy with confidence! Seller Inventory # X1840223103X2
Stock Image
The Wordsworth Dictionary of Phrase and Fable
Published by
Wordsworth Editions Ltd, 2001
ISBN 10: 1840223103
ISBN 13: 9781840223101
Used
Paperback
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1840223103I4N00
Stock Image
Dictionary of Phrase and Fable (Wordsworth Reference)
Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable (Wordsworth Reference) This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9781840223101
Stock Image
Dictionary of Phrase and Fable (Wordsworth Reference)
Published by
Wordsworth Editions Ltd, 2001
ISBN 10: 1840223103
ISBN 13: 9781840223101
Used
Paperback
Seller: Reuseabook, Gloucester, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Used; Very Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Seller Inventory # CHL10209268
Stock Image
Dictionary of Phrase and Fable (Wordsworth Reference)
Published by
Wordsworth Editions Ltd, 2001
ISBN 10: 1840223103
ISBN 13: 9781840223101
Used
Paperback
Seller: Reuseabook, Gloucester, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Used; Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Seller Inventory # CHL1003984
Seller Image
The Dictionary of Phrase and Fable (Wordsworth Reference)
Published by
Wordsworth Editions Ltd, 2001
ISBN 10: 1840223103
ISBN 13: 9781840223101
Used
Softcover
Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # wbs8422492082
Stock Image
Dictionary of Phrase and Fable (Wordsworth Reference)
Seller: Bahamut Media, Reading, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 6545-9781840223101