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OverviewKudos (Greek), encomiums (Latin), and accolades (French) to the authors for their enlightening and amusing lexicon, a testament that English is the most cheerfully democratic and hospitable language ever cobbled together. -Richard Lederer, author of The Miracle of Language The Browser's Dictionary of Foreign Words and Phrases is sure to become a favorite reference for anyone with an interest in words and language. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Mary Varchaver , Frank Ledlie MoorePublisher: Booksales Imprint: Booksales Dimensions: Width: 16.60cm , Height: 2.90cm , Length: 23.80cm Weight: 0.653kg ISBN: 9780785821564ISBN 10: 0785821562 Pages: 269 Publication Date: 06 February 2009 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Out of Stock Indefinitely Availability: In Print Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of ContentsReviewsA tour de force of exotica sure to interest the word-conscious epicure. Bon appitit! --Jeffrey Kacirk, author of The Word Museum and Forgotten English <p> Kudos (Greek), encomiums (Latin), and accolades (French) to the authors for their enlightening and amusing lexicon, a testament that English is the most cheerfully democratic and hospitable language ever cobbled together. --Richard Lederer, author of The Miracle of Language Author InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |