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The Facts On File Dictionary of Allusions (Writers Reference)**OUT OF PRINT**,Used
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The Facts on File Dictionary of Allusions' provides a comprehensive guide to allusions in the English language. In approximately 4,000 entries, this new resource explores wellknown events, places, people, and phenomena whose names have acquired linguistic significance, conveying a particular message beyond a mere reference to the objects referred to. The entries are drawn from a wide range of sources, including Shakespeare and the Bible; Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology; texts from literature through the ages; historical events; popular culture; and film and television. Individual entries contain pronunciation guides, definitions, examples, information on derived forms, and more. An index, bibliography, and crossreferences round out this accessible dictionary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Facts On File Dictionary of Allusions'? A: 'The Facts On File Dictionary of Allusions' is a comprehensive guide that explores approximately 4,000 entries related to allusions in the English language, covering well-known events, places, people, and phenomena.
- Q: Who is the author of this dictionary? A: The dictionary is authored by Martin H. Manser.
- Q: What topics are included in this dictionary? A: The dictionary includes entries from various sources such as Shakespeare, the Bible, mythology, literature, historical events, popular culture, and film and television.
- Q: How many pages does the dictionary have? A: The dictionary contains 532 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is in good condition.
- Q: Is this book currently in print? A: 'The Facts On File Dictionary of Allusions' is marked as 'OUT OF PRINT'.
- Q: When was this dictionary published? A: The dictionary was published on November 1, 2008.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The dictionary is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Does the dictionary provide pronunciation guides? A: Yes, individual entries in the dictionary contain pronunciation guides along with definitions, examples, and derived forms.
- Q: Are there any additional resources included in the dictionary? A: The dictionary includes an index, bibliography, and cross-references for better accessibility.