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This is a rare 1927 first edition American edition of "The Oxford Handy Dictionary of Current English," compiled by F.G. Fowler and H.W. Fowler, and revised by George Van Santvoord. Published by Oxford University Press, this special edition was made for The Review of Reviews Corporation and printed in the United States. The book features a compact, portable format with a classic textured brown cover embossed with the title.

This dictionary is an important piece for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage English language references. It contains the authors' preface outlining the dictionary's approach and includes detailed entries of contemporary English words and phrases of the time. The edition reflects the linguistic standards and etymologies of the early 20th century and was designed to be a handy, authoritative guide to current English usage. Perfect for those interested in historical English language studies or vintage book collections.