Dictionary of phrase and fable : giving the derivation, source, or origin of common phrases, allusions, and words that have a tale to tell / by the Rev. E. Cobham Brewer, LL. D

Brewer, Ebenezer Cobham

Published by London : Cassell and Company, 1897

About this Item

Poor copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine worn; panel edges somewhat dust-toned and rubbed as with age. Light, scattered foxing. Cracked spine with cloth detaching. Previous owner's signature in ink on the title page. Physical description; 1440 p. : front. (port.) facsim.; 22 cm. Subjects; Literature ; Dictionaries. Allusions. Dictionary, illustrated. 1 Kg. New edition, revised, corrected and enlarged.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Dictionary of phrase and fable : giving the derivation, source, or origin of common phrases, allusions, and words that have a tale to tell / by the Rev. E. Cobham Brewer, LL. D
• Publisher: London : Cassell and Company
• Publication Date: 1897
• Binding: Hardcover