Metaphors Dictionary by Elyse Sommer
A masterful metaphor, like a picture, may be worth a thousand words. By comparing two unlike objects or ideas, it illuminates the similarities between them, accomplishing in a word or phrase what could otherwise be expressed only in many words, if at all. Metaphors Dictionary is an expansive collection of 6,500 colorful classic and contemporary comparative phrases (with full annotations and a complete bibliography of sources). The Metaphors Dictionary revisits most of the great names in the annals of cultural literacy while dipping into current media too.
“The most comprehensive work of its kindA valuable addition to reference works on words.” – Booklist
“Rates a recommendation to lovers of language.” – William Safire, The New York Times
“A good heavy book holds you down. It's an anchor that keeps you from getting up and having another gin and tonic.” – Roy Blount metaphor, Page 47
“Rates a recommendation to lovers of language.” – William Safire, The New York Times
“A good heavy book holds you down. It's an anchor that keeps you from getting up and having another gin and tonic.” – Roy Blount metaphor, Page 47
Elyse Sommer is the author or editor of numerous titles, including Discovering Literature, The Kids' World Almanac of Music, Metaphors Dictionary, and Strategies for Reading and Arguing About Literature. She is the editor, publisher, and chief critic of the online theater magazine Curtainup.com. She lives in Forest Hills, New York.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781578591374 |
| ISBN 10 | 1578591376 |
| Title | Metaphors Dictionary |
| Author | Elyse Sommer |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Visible Ink Press |
| Year published | 2001-09-13 |
| Number of pages | 672 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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