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An Australian Dictionary of Eponyms [Oxford Reference].

by Trahair, Richard

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Melbourne: Oxford University Press (OUP), 1992. Reprint ed.. Paperback small trade, very good condition, light toning edges, minor edgewear. 229 pp. This book covers the fascinating topic of eponyms - words in the English language which are also the names of people. There are over 500 eponyms defined, and each one is accompanied by a succinct history of its originator. This book will delight the browser and anyone interested in idiosyncratic detail. Included are a number of eponyms that will be familiar to Australian ears.

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Title
An Australian Dictionary of Eponyms [Oxford Reference].
Author
Trahair, Richard
Book Condition
Used
Edition
Reprint ed.
Binding
Paperback
ISBN 10
0195534549
ISBN 13
9780195534542
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Place of Publication
Melbourne
Date Published
1992
Keywords
reference, dictionaries, dictionary, communication, language, australia
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