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Don't be intimidated by the likes of lawyers with their 'in flagrante delicto'(red-handed) and 'caveat emptor'(let the buyer beware) - with this highly entertaining and easy-to-use guide you can be confident in using and understanding all Latin tags commonly employed today.
For each of the 1,200 phrases, maxims and proverbs listed, NIL DESPERANDUM gives the correct spelling and literal meaning, as well as clarifying how to use the phrase today. The index moves you swiftly and easily from English into the corresponding Latin.
However, the greatest pleasure to be had from the book comes when it is opened at random to reveal the fascinating stories behind many phrases in common usage.
Whether you want to check a specific reference or simply browse, NIL DESPERANDUM is a welcome source of information and entertainment.
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