9780282212391 - A Dictionary of Select and Popular Quotations, Which Are in Daily Use: Taken From the Latin, French, Greek, Spanish, and Italian Languages; Translated ... Historica... (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book, a comprehensive index of Latin and other foreign phrases commonly found in English texts, provides clear, concise English translations, along with detailed explanations of their meanings and historical context. This book is a valuable reference for students, writers, and anyone interested in the origins and usage of these phrases. Organized alphabetically by the foreign language, the book includes proverbs, mottos, legal maxims, and literary allusions, shedding light on their meanings and the contexts in which they were first used. From the familiar âcarpe diemâ to the more obscure âab ovo usque ad mala,â the book offers a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of language and the enduring influence of these phrases on our contemporary speech and writing. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.