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Extraordinary origins of everyday things by Charles Panati · Booklabria

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Extraordinary origins of everyday things

Encyclopedias and dictionariesEncyclopédies et dictionnaires anglais

Extraordinary origins of everyday things

Name: Extraordinary origins of everyday things
Author: Charles Panati

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First published: 1987
Language: English
Editions: 2

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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

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