Mark Forsyth 3 Book Set Collection ( The Elements Of Eloquence,The Etymologicon,The Horologicon )
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ISBN
9781785781711
Author
Mark Forsyth
SKU
LWP13574
Publisher
Icon Books Ltd.
Titles in Collection & Description
IntroductionÂ
Dive into the delightful, witty world of language with this captivating three-book set from acclaimed author and wordsmith Mark Forsyth. Blending charm, humor, and erudition, each volume is a journey through the quirks, history, and hidden beauty of English.
Titles in this Set
The Elements of Eloquence
The Horologicon
The Etymologicon
DescriptionÂ
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The Elements of Eloquence explores the forgotten secrets of rhetorical brilliance. From alliteration to epizeuxis, Forsyth breaks down the timeless techniques behind the world’s most memorable lines—and shows you how to wield them yourself.
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The Etymologicon is a circular stroll through the strange connections and surprising origins of everyday words. With a narrative style as clever as it is addictive, Forsyth uncovers the bizarre linguistic backstories that lie beneath our modern vocabulary.
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The Horologicon takes you through the most obscure and wonderful words tied to each hour of the day. From dawn to dusk, it’s a whimsical clockwork of forgotten terms and expressions, reviving the lost lexicon of English.
Perfect for language lovers, trivia enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys a clever turn of phrase, this beautifully written collection is both entertaining and enlightening—a true celebration of the English language at its most fascinating.
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