World Dictionary of Foreign Expressions: A Resource for Readers and Writers by Aaron Baker (Foreword), Gabriel Adeleye (1-Jan-1999) Paperback

by Gabriel G. Adeleye

A unique and indispensible reference for lovers of language. Each entry -identifies the language of origin and gives a polished translation -provides a literal, word-by-word explication of each entry, which -lets the reader know as exactly as possible what the phrase meansAdditional features -quotations from recent scholarship or journalism to model proper usage -easy to follow format that's gentle on the eyes

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First published January 1, 1999

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[Colin · Rating 5 out of 5]

To me, this is an absolutely indispensible reference work.