E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
Eikon Basil’ik [Portraiture of the King]
A book attributed to Charles I., but claimed by John Gauden, Bishop of Exeter. “The E is wholly and only my invention.” (Gauden: Letter to the Lord Chancellor.)
[Portraiture of the King]
is wholly and only my invention.” (Gauden: Letter to the Lord Chancellor.)
