Publisher's Synopsis
A Dictionary of Epithets is a reference book that was first published in 1856 by Charles Duke Yonge. The book is an appendix to the Latin Gradus and is classified according to their English meaning. An epithet is a descriptive phrase or word that is used to characterize a person, place, or thing, and this dictionary provides a comprehensive list of such phrases and words. The book is organized alphabetically, making it easy for readers to find the epithet they are looking for. The dictionary is useful for students of literature, language, and history as it provides a valuable resource for understanding and analyzing the use of epithets in various works of literature. Overall, A Dictionary of Epithets is an essential reference book for anyone interested in the English language and its use in literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
