The only quotation book that tells the stories behind the quotations has been expanded and updated. Now, readers can find important information other references neglect: the colorful anecdotes and historical incidents that provide the context, background, and wider significance of each famous saying. Did Neil Armstrong revise his famous "giant leap" quotation after he got back from the moon? Did the aeronautical engineer who coined Murphy's Law ("if anything can go wrong, it will") actually mean it as a warning about safe ...
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The only quotation book that tells the stories behind the quotations has been expanded and updated. Now, readers can find important information other references neglect: the colorful anecdotes and historical incidents that provide the context, background, and wider significance of each famous saying. Did Neil Armstrong revise his famous "giant leap" quotation after he got back from the moon? Did the aeronautical engineer who coined Murphy's Law ("if anything can go wrong, it will") actually mean it as a warning about safe design? Here's the inside story on 5,000 great quotations, from ancient times to the novels of Douglas Adams.
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Good. Dust jacket has light scratches and outer edges have minor scuffs. Book content is in good readable condition. Previous owner was a smoker. Glued binding. Cloth over boards. With dust jacket. 568 p.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages.
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Very good jacket. First Edition. Unread copy with minimal wear. No markings except ex-library label on inner front board. ALL ITEMS ARE SENT BY ROYAL MAIL.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
