Webster's New World Dictionary of Quotations - Hardcover

Harraps

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 076457308X ISBN 13: 9780764573088

Publisher: Webster's New World, 2005

Synopsis

THE COMPREHENSIVE COMPILATION OF QUOTATIONS THAT GOES BEYOND CITATIONS AND INCLUDES CONTEXTUAL INFORMATION

Webster's New World® Dictionary of Quotations is a treasure-trove of memorable, witty, and relevant sayings and writings. With more than 20,000 entries from over 4,000 sources, plus concise information on the author and the historical context, it's more user-friendly and comprehensive than similar references.

It's organized for quick reference, with:

• Entries that are arranged alphabetically by author so you can get an overview of an author's philosophy and style
• A keyword index that helps you quickly find an elusive quotation or zero in on apt quotations on a specific topic

It's the ultimate, comprehensive resource, with:

• Mini-biographies of authors
• More relevant information, including source and historical context
• Entries that span the ages, from Greek philosophers, the Bible, and Shakespeare to modern authors, celebrities, and world leaders
• Quotes reflecting current culture and global thinking, with an emphasis on modern times and international figures
• Unequaled diversity of authors and details on their works, their times, and their philosophies

About this title

About the Author

Chambers Harrap, Ltd. is based in Edinburgh and publishes bilingual dictionaries in a wide variety of foreign languages. The editorial team consists of a cosmopolitan team of lexicographers from the UK, France and Spain who work closely with contributors all around the world. Teams in Mexico and the US play an important role in ensuring that the content of Harraps dictionaries is as international as possible. Editors are able to draw on the extensive databases of widely praised top-of-the-range French and Spanish titles, as well as the latest resources such as linguistic corpora and the Internet.

From the Inside Flap

Organized for quick reference and complete with contextual information, this book is the last word in quotations. With more than 20,000 entries attributed to people ranging from Socrates to Yogi Berra, Einstein to Erma Bombeck, philosophers to comedians, world leaders to sports figures, literary luminaries to common folk, Webster's New World Dictionary of Quotations has classics plus gems most people haven't heard before.

Speakers and writers will find the perfect quotations to:

• Add pizazz to a speech
• Punch up a toast
• Add panache to writing
• Strengthen arguments
• Make an idea more credible and memorable
• Liven up conversations
• Drive home a point
• Check a half-remembered line

All the entries from one author are grouped together so it's easy to get an overview of his or her beliefs and style. There's a keyword index for finding pithy sayings on specific subjects. It's simple to use this rich resource as a reference, and it's tempting to browse through leisurely and savor the accumulated wit and wisdom of the ages.

Webster's New World Dictionary of Quotations is an indispensable resource for writers, speakers, students, and anyone who gleans inspiration, enlightenment, or enjoyment from the insight of others.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Webster's New World
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 076457308X
• ISBN 13: 9780764573088
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 1289