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E. Cobham Brewer

British lexicographer

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    Dictionary of phrase and fable, giving the derivation, source or origin of common phrases, allusions, and words that have a tale to tell... . To which is added a concise bibliography of English literature / by Ebenezer Cobham Brewer.

    E. Cobham Brewer | Date: 1910
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    A guide to the scientific knowledge of things familiar / by the Rev. Dr. Brewer.

    E. Cobham Brewer | Date: [1858]
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    A guide to the scientific knowledge of things familiar / by the Rev. Dr. Brewer.

    E. Cobham Brewer | Date: [1863]
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    Brewer's dictionary of phrase and fable.

    | Date: 2001
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    A guide to the scientific knowledge of things familiar / by the Rev. Dr. Brewer.

    E. Cobham Brewer | Date: 1873
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