An Illustrated Dictionary of Little-known Words from Literary Classics
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| Author | : Mary Ellen Snodgrass |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 368 |
| Release | : 1995 |
| ISBN-10 | : STANFORD:36105018279997 |
| ISBN-13 | : |
| Rating | : 4/5 (97 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis An Illustrated Dictionary of Little-known Words from Literary Classics by : Mary Ellen Snodgrass
Book excerpt: A comprehensive alphabetical reference (abacus to zoot suit) that supplies information on archaic or obscure terms in significant literature from the Bible and Shakespeare's plays to The Autobiography of Malcolm X and The Handmaid's Tale. Such terms can elucidate character and reveal history, fashion, and custom. Pronunciation, etymology, alternate spellings, and examples of literary uses are included, as well as some 800 small bandw illustrations. With bibliography, references, and author/title and subject indexes. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
