Extraordinary origins of everyday things
By: Charles Panati.
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: Perennial Library; Harpercollins
Published: 1987-01-01
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 463
Subjects: Encyclopedias and dictionaries.
Other titles: Panati's extraordinary origins of everyday things.
Description: The origins of words and phrases, superstitions, manners and customs, holidays, kitchen utencils, household appliances, household supplies, fairy tales, nursery rhymes, cosmetics, medicines, clothing, national emblems, patriotic societies, periodicals, toys, games, and foods.
Notes: Includes index.