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Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase & Fable, 17th edition by Ebenezer Cobham Brewer; John Ayto is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.

What is Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase & Fable, 17th edition about?

Long established as the ultimate reference for anyone with an interest in the English language, Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase and Fable features tens of thousands of encyclopedic entries examining the origins and significance of popular words, phrases, allusions and cultural references. Its delightfully diverse content includes cultural, historical and mythological references, beliefs and customs, proper names, literary characters, idioms and slang. First published in 1870 and now in its 17th edition, this ever-popular collection has moved with the times to include such up-to-date material as Beckingham Palace, Hogwarts and bling alongside wonderful stories from past and present.

Who reads Brewer's Dictionary of Phrase & Fable, 17th edition?

It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.

Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.

Author
Ebenezer Cobham Brewer; John Ayto
Publisher
Chambers
Published
2005
Language
EN
ISBN
9781849722148
Category
nonfiction
Subjects
Language Learning, Literary Fiction, Humanities

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