num_pages: 1232
description: The Oxford Dictionary of Phrase and Fable brings together a wealth of information about the stories behind words names and sayings. It draws on Oxford's unrivalled resources to cover history religion folk customs superstitions science and technology philosophy and modern popular culture - all areas from mythology to genetic engineering. Clear navigation makes it easy to look up specific phrases or topics and every page is a delight to browse.
language: English
title: The Oxford Dictionary of Phrase and Fable
publisher: Oxford University Press