On the Tip of My Tongue: The perfect word for every life moment
On the Tip of My Tongue: The perfect word for every life moment
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In his book "On the Tip of My Tongue," Tom Read Wilson explores the origins and meanings of words, euphemisms, and bon mots, providing a humorous and informative guide to enhance vocabulary and communication skills. Divided into sections covering various topics, the book offers a wide range of words, from ancient to contemporary, and helps readers navigate modern life with style and grace.
Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 20 September 2022
Publisher: Aurum Press
In his captivating book, "On the Tip of My Tongue," logophile and television star Tom Read Wilson delves into the fascinating world of words, euphemisms, and bon mots. Written with his trademark sparkling wit, the star of "Celebs Go Dating" and self-proclaimed word-lover presents a hilarious and enlightening guide that aims to equip readers with the vocabulary needed to navigate modern life with style and grace.
Divided into sections covering various aspects of life, including dating, personal development, show business, compliments, curses, and how to avoid offense while speaking your mind, this book offers a wealth of words to enhance your communication skills. From "treppenwitz" (the German word for the feeling of a missed riposte in an argument) to "Callipygian" (a 17th-century word referring to someone with well-shaped buttocks), to "JOMO" (the Joy of Missing Out), this guide encompasses a wide and varied range of words, spanning from ancient roots to contemporary coinages.
With Tom's wit and lifelong love of words by your side, you'll always be able to pick the perfect word, phrase, or quip, whether you're trying to understand the many metaphors for sex or expressing your love to your mother. This delightful and hilarious etymological solution to the dilemmas and conundrums of modern life is a must-read for every budding vocabularian.
Weight: 310g
Dimension: 138 x 205 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780711276673
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