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I Never Metaphor I Didn't Like: A Comprehensive Compilation of History's Greatest Analogies, Metaphors, and Similes [Hardcover]

Mardy Grothe
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  • Hardcover: 336 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins (10 Oct 2008)
  • Language English, German, French, Italian, Spanish
  • ISBN-10: 0061358134
  • ISBN-13: 978-0061358135
  • Product Dimensions: 18.3 x 14.7 x 3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 41,726 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'An idea is a feat of association, and the height of it is a good metaphor' - Robert Frost. 'It is metaphor above all else that gives clearness, charm and distinction to the style' - Aristotle. Throughout history, great minds have demonstrated a special ability to ingeniously and creatively find a relationship between things that initially seem quite alien to each other. This talent was recognised as early as 2500 years ago by Aristotle. Metaphors may be the most versatile tool in the toolbox of a person who is trying to express a powerful idea. In this book, linguistic specialist Grothe discusses the use of metaphor in a wide variety of life settings. He presents metaphors in life altering situations; about the human condition; in wit and humor; insults and criticism; relationships; love; marriage; sex; stages and ages of life; stage and screen; politics; sports; and, the literary life.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Who could resist, 26 April 2010
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This review is from: I Never Metaphor I Didn't Like: A Comprehensive Compilation of History's Greatest Analogies, Metaphors, and Similes (Hardcover)
Who could resist this title? I was looking for a book on metaphors and the explanation of the difference between metaphor, similie and analogies makes everything clear. There are examples of all three throughout the book to suit every occasion. I was disappointed in the paper quality however, hence only 4 stars.
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