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The most up-to-date dictionary of quotations available, the new edition of Chambers Dictionary of Quotations features generous coverage of recent times and modern figures. With a truly international outlook (lacking in some of its competitors) quotations are drawn from a wide variety of sources including television programmes, political speeches, films, literature, newspaper headlines, songs and advertisements. Thoroughly revised and updated, Chambers Dictionary of Quotations is the only dictionary of quotations to include mini-biographies of the authors, which helps to put quotes in context. Arranged alphabetically by author and fully indexed by keyword, Chambers Dictionary of Quotations is both an invaluable reference book for academics and writers and an ideal gift.