Word Perfect: Etymological Entertainment For Every Day of the Year by Susie Dent

Word Perfect: Etymological Entertainment For Every Day of the Year

Susie Dent

408 pages first pub 2019 (editions)

nonfiction history reference funny informative lighthearted medium-paced
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Welcome to a year of wonder through the English language with Susie Dent, lexicographer extraordinaire and queen of Countdown's Dictionary Corner.From 'Turning a Blind Eye' (Nelson putting the telescope to his missing eye to ignore the order to st...

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Moods

informative 100%
lighthearted 51%
funny 45%
inspiring 18%
relaxing 18%
reflective 15%
challenging 3%
adventurous 1%
hopeful 1%

Pace

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fast 33%
slow 28%

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