The Best Words: More than 200 of the Most Excellent, Most Desirable, Most Suitable, Most Satisfying Words
Fiske, Robert Hartwell
ISBN 10: 1933338822 ISBN 13: 9781933338828
Published by Marion Street Press, LLC, 2011
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Highlighting the cream of the crop in the English language, this zany compilation showcases more than 200 exceptional words. Underscoring select terms for their definitions, pronunciations, or both, this exploration resurrects a medley of overlooked examples while also providing instances of their uses in contemporary speech. Rather than presenting an array of obscure words that are too impractical for everyday use, this consideration includes choice expressions that can actually be used in speaking and writing. Concluding with 150 challenging quiz questions to test comprehension, this miscellany also features sidebars with further explanation, derivations, and literary asides, making it ideal for students, writers, grammarians, and word lovers alike.
About the Author: Robert Hartwell Fiske is the editor and publisher of The Vocabula Review, a journal about the English language, and the author of The Dictionary of Concise Writing. He lives in Rockport, Massachusetts.
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Title: The Best Words: More than 200 of the Most ...
Publisher: Marion Street Press, LLC
Publication Date: 2011
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good