(Ebook) The Facts on File Dictionary of Allusions (Writers Library) by Martin H. Manser ISBN 9780816071050, 9780816079070, 9781438127071, 0816071055, 0816079072, 1438127073

(Ebook) The Facts on File Dictionary of Allusions (Writers Library) by Martin H. Manser ISBN 9780816071050, 9780816079070, 9781438127071, 0816071055, 0816079072, 1438127073

Discover the fascinating world of allusions in one in-depth guide. "The Facts on File Dictionary of Allusions" provides a comprehensive guide to allusions in the English language. In approximately 4,000 entries, this new resource explores well-known events, places, people, and phenomena whose names have acquired linguistic significance, conveying a particular message beyond a mere reference to the objects referred to. Entries are drawn from a wide range of sources, including Shakespeare and the Bible; Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology; texts from literature through the ages; historical events; popular culture; and film and television. Individual entries contain pronunciation guides, definitions, examples, information on derived forms, and more. An index, guide to use, and cross-references round out this accessible dictionary.Entries include: Achilles' heel; Godzilla; Indiana Jones; Phoenix rising from the ashes; Svengali; and, much more.