Literally Entitled: A Dictionary of the Origins of the Titles of More Than 1300 Major Literary Works of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries

By Adrian Room

Book Overview

The titles are primarily from fiction (including, along with novels, particularly important poetry, plays, and short stories), though a few are from literary works of nonfiction. Each entry gives title, author, year of publication, and a detailed explanation of the story behind the title.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786440937
• ISBN13: 9780786440931
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Length: 255 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher