Words from the Heart
An Emotional Dictionary
(Author) Susie DentWhether it's the distress of a bad haircut (AGE-OTORI) or longing for the food someone else is eating (GROAKING), the pleasure found in other people's happiness (CONFELICITY) or the shock of jumping into icy water (CURGLAFF), there are real words to pinpoint exactly how you feel and Susie Dent, Queen of Countdown's Dictionary Corner and lexicographer extraordinaire, is going to help you find them. Here are 1001 terms everyone needs, whether it's the best kind of hug (CWTCH), the relief found in swearing (LALOCHEZIA), or the ability to endure till the end (PERTOLERANCE). It's time to rediscover the lost positives of language (and be more GORM); find out how a stork gave us the word for the love between parent and child, and who the first MAVERICK was. Packed with unexpected stories and unforgettable words, on a mission to describe the indescribable, this life-enhancing book will deepen your vocabulary as much as it extends it. Welcome to the first truly human dictionary, as idiosyncratic and unusual as you are.
Susie Dent
Susie Dent is a lexicographer, etymologist, and author best known for her work on the television show "Countdown" and as the resident word expert on "8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown." She has written several books on language and etymology, including "Words of the Year" and "The Language Report." Dent's writing style is engaging and accessible, making complex linguistic concepts easy to understand for a general audience. Her contributions to literature include increasing public interest in the origins and meanings of words, as well as promoting the importance of language in our everyday lives. Her most famous work is "The Language Report," which offers insights into the ever-evolving nature of the English language. Dent's impact on her literary genre is profound, as she continues to inspire readers to explore the richness and diversity of language.
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