Scheuermann, Stefan
Say It Like Miss Austen: A Jane Austen Phrase Thesaurus
- ISBN 13:
- 9781621377726
- author:
- Scheuermann, Stefan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- virtualbookworm publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 264
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Language Arts, Linguistics,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
This phrase thesaurus offers a unique insight into the language of Jane Austen's works, featuring over 1,400 of her most elegant and witty phrases, quoted directly from her novels, letters, and other writings.
Organized by expressional need, this comprehensive guide provides translations into modern common phrases, as well as a glossary of words that have fallen out of use, with their original definitions written in Austen's characteristic wit and sarcasm.
By exploring the evolution of English expression from the late 18th century to the present day, this phrase thesaurus offers a fascinating study of language and culture, perfect for anyone interested in the nuances of language and the works of one of England's most celebrated writers.
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