A Momentary Taste of Being This sounds like one of those really interesting books I would never pick up if not recommended by so redoubtable a source as Biblioklept, with whom I do not agree on everything, but whose wide-ranging and eclectic interests never fail to intrigue–I have found many, many good things to read …
Amazon Review: Mary L. Jacobs
**** 4 stars If you are a word freak like me, you are going to love this book. Euphemania explains where we get common turns of phrase like “pushing up daisies” and other obscure references. The book is very entertaining and gives insight to historical references. I really enjoyed reading this one and it would …
Euphemism of the Week
The commander of a ship based in San Diego was recently fired by the Navy for being “unduly familiar” with members of his crew.
Swordplay
News, views and insight for the professional and corporate community It’s Retro – But What Does It Mean? June 3, 2009 Many of us in the professional sector will today bemoan the deadlines that govern our every move. Whether we’re working in marketing, legal services, PR or even good old journalism, it’s as likely as …
The Hope Chest Reviews
Star Rating: 5 Author Ralph Keyes takes readers on an exploration of euphemisms past and present. How and where did some of our most popular euphemisms originate? Why are some formerly popular euphemisms no longer in use? Why do we use euphemisms and what does that say about our culture? Almost as much a study on …
Amazon Review: A treasure trove for wordsmiths or anyone who loves language
***** 5 stars Before I picked up Ralph Keyes’ latest book, Euphemania: Our Love Affair with Euphemisms, I admit, my understanding and appreciation of the role and breadth of euphemisms in our society and language was merely skin deep. As someone interested in the intricacies and nuances of language, I wanted to dig deeper. Keyes, …