Dictionary of Clich?s : A Word Lover's Guide to 4,000 Overused Phrases and Almost-Pleasing Platitudes by Christine Ammer - 2013

Skyhorse, 2013-11-06. 1. paperback. Used: Good.

Skyorse Publishing, 2013. Paperback. New. New trade softcover in printed wraps. 8vo. (6 x 1.2 x 9 inches) Clean text free of marks or underlining. Listed in alphabetical order. 568 pp. Fast shipping in a secure book box mailer with tracking. The largest, most comprehensive, and most entertaining reference of its kind, The Dictionary of Clichés features more than four thousand unique clichés and common expressions. Author Christine Ammer explores the phrases and terms that enliven our language and uncovers expressions that have long been considered dead. With each entry, she includes a thorough definition, origin of the term, and an insightful example. Some of the clichés brought into the limelight include: - Blood is thicker than water - Monkey see, monkey do - Brass tacks - Burn the midnight oil - Change of heart - Moral fiber - By the book Whether clichés get under your skin or make you happy as a clam, The Dictionary of Clichés goes the extra mile to provide an essential resource for… Read More

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Skyhorse, 2013-11-06. Paperback. New. 1.8000 in x 8.9000 in x 6.0000 in.

Skyhorse, 2013-11-06. 1. paperback. Used:Good.

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

Skyhorse Pub Co Inc, 2013. Paperback. New. new edition. 556 pages. 9.00x6.00x2.00 inches.