The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Quotations

Synopsis of The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Quotations

This fourth edition of "The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Quotations" offers extensive coverage of literary and historical quotations, with updated material from influential cultural figures. It contains over 9,000 quotations from nearly 2,000 authors, making it an essential tool for study and speech writing. It includes a keyword index to facilitate the search for quotes and authors, as well as appendices with catchphrases, film lines, official advice, and political slogans.