How Long to Read Most Comprehensive Origins of Cliches, Proverbs and Figruative Expressions

How Long Does it Take to Read Most Comprehensive Origins of Cliches, Proverbs and Figruative Expressions?

It takes the average reader 12 hours and 20 minutes to read Most Comprehensive Origins of Cliches, Proverbs and Figruative Expressions by Stanley J. St. Clair

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

In what may just be the most detailed, accurate and comprehensive book of its type ever published, Stanley J. St. Clair, author of On the Origin of the Cliches and Evolution of Idioms, delves deep into the history of phrases and common English expressions, exposing numerous misconceptions and incorrect previously published origins. By enlarging the page size, using smaller print, and removing the illustrations and humorous antidotes, St. Clair is able to include all of the entries in his two previous volumes and double the combined number in this remarkable work. Many of our common catchphrases are actually misquotes, often even attributed wrongly. Did you know that "Me Tarzan, you Jane" was never used in any Tarzan book or movie? Are you aware of the fact that "Elementary, my dear Watson" never appeared in any of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes novels? Then from where did these quotes originate? Did you know that "umpteenth time" was in use almost 100 years before top printed sources claim? Did you know that "God willing and the Creeks don't rise" originally had nothing to do with streams of water? Did you know that "How do you like them apples?" was not referring to the fruit, and that the date of its first appearance in print is often wrongly stated? Unlike most phrase dictionaries, in many cases this work not only gives the definition and most likely origin, but early citations as well. With entries as ancient as "By the skin of my teeth" to as new as "Kicking the can down the road," this comprehensive work is sure to appeal to seekers of truth everywhere. The author welcomes your comments."

How long is Most Comprehensive Origins of Cliches, Proverbs and Figruative Expressions?

Most Comprehensive Origins of Cliches, Proverbs and Figruative Expressions by Stanley J. St. Clair is 740 pages long, and a total of 185,000 words.

This makes it 250% the length of the average book. It also has 226% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Most Comprehensive Origins of Cliches, Proverbs and Figruative Expressions Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 16 hours and 50 minutes to read Most Comprehensive Origins of Cliches, Proverbs and Figruative Expressions aloud.

What Reading Level is Most Comprehensive Origins of Cliches, Proverbs and Figruative Expressions?

Most Comprehensive Origins of Cliches, Proverbs and Figruative Expressions is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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