Extraordinary origins of everyday things

Charles Panati First published 1987

About this book

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.

Subjects

  • encyclopedias and dictionaries
  • encyclopédies et dictionnaires anglais