These interesting annotations along with extensive crossreferences thatidentify related quotations and a large key word index will satisfy both thereader who se... » 

These interesting annotations along with extensive crossreferences thatidentify related quotations and a large key word index will satisfy both thereader who seeks specific information and the curious browser who appreciatesan amble through entertaining pages.This readerfriendly volume contains more than 12000 famous quotations arranged alphabetically by author. It is unique in its focus on American quotations and its thorough coverage of items not only from literary and historical sources but also from popular culture sports computers politics law and the social sciences. Anonymously authored items appear in sections devoted to folk songs advertising slogans film lines television catchphrases proverbs and others. «