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The Encyclopedia of Word and Phrase Origins (Facts on File) (Hardcover)

by Robert Hendrickson (Author)
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  • Hardcover: 754 pages
  • Publisher: Facts On File Inc; 2nd Revised edition edition (30 Nov 1997)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0816032661
  • ISBN-13: 978-0816032662
  • Product Dimensions: 28.2 x 21.8 x 4.1 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,727,440 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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This encyclopedia explains the origins of thousands of words, proverbs, idioms, foreign language expressions, animal and plant names, and nicknames. There are more than 12,500 entries of which approximately 3500 are new.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fine reference., 14 Sep 1997
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Whether you are a died-in-the-wool word nut, or just a reader intrigued by a colorful expression, this is a work of endless fascination
Over 9,000 words and phrases are covered, from A to Zzz, of slang, proverbs, animal and plant names, nicknames of people, places, and things, historical and political expressions, foreign-language terms, literary allusions, and perhaps best of all, many references to Classical figures and usages of our common Western heritage.
Hendrickson regards this as a work-in-progress, and indeed, there are omissions (smarmy, paddy wagon, all hat and no cattle), and errors. (There certainly was a marijuana variety called Acapulco Gold, "antsy" was in use by the early 1960's, and this reviewer can demonstrate conclusively that armadillos can survive nicely north of Texas.) These are quibbles, however, and do not detract seriously from the merit and sheer usefulness of Hendrickson's work.
Recommended for the permanent bookshelf of lovers of the language and students of the culture.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book of reference and enjoyment, 2 May 1999
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One of the only reference books that can be read from cover to cover for pure reading pleasure. A fine read.
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