A comprehensive guide to allusions in the English language.

People around the world and throughout history have always held arcane beliefs to try to gain understanding and control over a mysterious world.

"...more than 3,000 entries, covering familiar and unfamiliar proverbs from the English-speaking world as well as a wide representative selection from other cultures....entertaining and informative writing style makes this easy-to-use ...

Have you heard the one about the man who walked into a bar? (Ouch!)... Penguin Pocket Jokes is essential (and hilarious) reading for anyone searching for the perfect joke.