The Words of Others: From Quotations to Culture - Gary Saul Morson - Books - Yale University Press - 9780300167474 - June 28, 2011
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The Words of Others: From Quotations to Culture

Gary Saul Morson

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The Words of Others: From Quotations to Culture

Defines what makes a quote quotable, as well as the (unexpected) differences between quotation and misquotation. The author describes how quotations form, transform, and may eventually become idioms. Using amusing examples of "famous last words" and epitaphs, he also demonstrates how authorship and occasion can be an intrinsic part of a quotation.


336 pages

Media Books     Hardcover Book   (Book with hard spine and cover)
Released June 28, 2011
ISBN13 9780300167474
Publishers Yale University Press
Pages 352
Dimensions 146 × 209 × 28 mm   ·   514 g
Language English  

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