Literally Entitled
A Dictionary of the Origins of the Titles of More Than 1300 Major Literary Works of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries
Will be published approx. on 29. October 2008
Book
Paperback/Softback
255 pages
978-0-7864-4093-1 (ISBN)
Description
The titles are primarily from fiction (including, along with novels, particularly important poetry, plays, and short stories), though a few are from literary works of nonfiction. Each entry gives title, author, year of publication, and a detailed explanation of the story behind the title.
Reviews / Votes
"helpful index and a good bibliography...a ready reference tool"-Library Journal; "useful to have this information in one volume"-Booklist; "a literary dictionary for book lovers and scholars of the obscure...comprehensive bibliography and index...fascinating book"-Public Library Quarterly.More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Jefferson, NC
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Interest Age: From 18 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
bibliography, index
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
421 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7864-4093-1 (9780786440931)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
The late Adrian Room was a noted toponymist and onomastician. The author of more than 50 reference books about words and names, he lived in Stamford, Lincolnshire, England.
Content
Table of Contents
Introduction
The Titles
Select Bibliography
Index
Introduction
The Titles
Select Bibliography
Index