The Oxford Dictionary Of Quotations
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Edition: 2nd ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A cornerstone of the English-language reference canon, The Oxford Dictionary of Quotations presents one of the most comprehensive and authoritative collections of quotations ever assembled, drawing from centuries of literature, philosophy, politics, science, and popular culture. Compiled and curated by the editors at Oxford University Press, it gathers thousands of memorable passages from the greatest minds in history, ranging from ancient Greek philosophers and Renaissance poets to modern statesmen and novelists. Each entry is meticulously sourced, allowing readers and writers alike to trace the precise origins of the world's most celebrated phrases and sayings. The tone is scholarly yet accessible, making it an indispensable resource for researchers, students, speechwriters, and anyone with a passion for the power of language. Whether used as a reference tool or read for pure pleasure, this definitive volume illustrates just how profoundly the right words, spoken at the right moment, can shape human thought and history.
Author: Oxford University Press
Format: Hardback
Published: 1977, Oxford University Press
Genre: Reference & language
Edition: 2nd ed.,
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A cornerstone of the English-language reference canon, The Oxford Dictionary of Quotations presents one of the most comprehensive and authoritative collections of quotations ever assembled, drawing from centuries of literature, philosophy, politics, science, and popular culture. Compiled and curated by the editors at Oxford University Press, it gathers thousands of memorable passages from the greatest minds in history, ranging from ancient Greek philosophers and Renaissance poets to modern statesmen and novelists. Each entry is meticulously sourced, allowing readers and writers alike to trace the precise origins of the world's most celebrated phrases and sayings. The tone is scholarly yet accessible, making it an indispensable resource for researchers, students, speechwriters, and anyone with a passion for the power of language. Whether used as a reference tool or read for pure pleasure, this definitive volume illustrates just how profoundly the right words, spoken at the right moment, can shape human thought and history.