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Never Let a Fool Kiss You or a Kiss Fool You
Chiasmus and a World of Quotations That Say What They Mean and Mean What They Say
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Chiasmus, a literary device that reverses word order for effect, is explored through the works of notable figures like Mae West and John F. Kennedy. This collection by Dr. Mardy Grothe features hundreds of examples, showcasing how chiasmus can be both humorous and poignant. The book aims to elevate this often-overlooked device, making it accessible and engaging for readers through whimsical illustrations and insightful commentary. It invites readers to appreciate the cleverness and depth of language in everyday expressions.
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Never Let a Fool Kiss You or a Kiss Fool You, Mardy Grothe
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- Rok vydání
- 2002
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- Titul
- Never Let a Fool Kiss You or a Kiss Fool You
- Podtitul
- Chiasmus and a World of Quotations That Say What They Mean and Mean What They Say
- Jazyk
- anglicky
- Autoři
- Mardy Grothe
- Vydavatel
- Penguin Random House LLC
- Vydavatel
- 2002
- Vazba
- měkká
- Počet stran
- 144
- ISBN13
- 9780142000571
- Kategorie
- Humor, Encyklopedie
- Anotace
- Chiasmus, a literary device that reverses word order for effect, is explored through the works of notable figures like Mae West and John F. Kennedy. This collection by Dr. Mardy Grothe features hundreds of examples, showcasing how chiasmus can be both humorous and poignant. The book aims to elevate this often-overlooked device, making it accessible and engaging for readers through whimsical illustrations and insightful commentary. It invites readers to appreciate the cleverness and depth of language in everyday expressions.