The Nuttall Dictionary of Quotations

The Nuttall Dictionary of Quotations

James Wood

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Tradd Street Press
Año de edición:
2026
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781025366500
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'The Nuttall Dictionary of Quotations' is an extensive and authoritative compendium of wisdom, wit, and literary insight. Compiled by the Reverend James Wood, this massive reference work offers a broad selection of phrases, mottoes, maxims, and proverbs gathered from across the globe. It serves as a comprehensive bridge between the classical and the modern, drawing from ancient Greek and Latin authors, theological texts, and the rich tapestry of English and European literature.Designed to provide a wealth of material for writers, speakers, and scholars, the dictionary is organized to ensure that the most profound and evocative expressions of human thought are easily accessible. The collection covers a diverse range of topics, from philosophical inquiries and historical observations to poetic reflections on the human condition. By preserving the most memorable lines from the world’s greatest thinkers and writers, 'The Nuttall Dictionary of Quotations' stands as an essential tool for anyone seeking to enhance their mastery of the English language or to find inspiration in the collective intelligence of the past. This work remains a significant artifact of reference literature, valued for its breadth and its focus on the enduring power of the written word.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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