The Concise Dictionary of Foreign Quotations
The Concise Dictionary of Foreign Quotations by Anthony Lejeune is a comprehensive reference work published by Stacey International in 1998. This first edition spans 320 pages and is presented in English. The dictionary features a curated selection of quotations in Latin, French, German, Italian, and Spanish, chosen by five editors who are well-versed in their respective languages. The entries include a mix of familiar sayings and delightful lesser-known quotes, all accompanied by English translations for accessibility.
Readers will find a diverse range of quotations, encompassing literary, political, and poetic thoughts, as well as sharp comments and insightful epigrams. The collection includes contributions from notable figures such as Cicero, Sartre, Goethe, and Goering, making it a valuable resource for those interested in foreign language study and reference materials. The quotations are cross-indexed for easy navigation, allowing users to explore various themes and contexts within this rich compilation.
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This dictionary contains quotations in Latin, French, German, Italian and Spanish. The entries were chosen by five editors, each widely read in the language concerned. The majority of the entries will probably be familiar to an English reader, and a few were chosen because, although unfamiliar, the editorial team thought them delightful. The sayings are accompanied by their translation into English and cross-indexed for easy reference. The range includes literary quotations, political quotations, poetic thoughts, pungent comments, polished epigrams and shrewd perceptions, by everyone from Cicero to Sartre, Goethe to Goering.
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