The Book Of Hard Words

The Book Of Hard Words

2008 • 128 pages

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Do you have an extreme case of bibliomania? Ever feel overcome with concupiscence? Do you dream of being a funambulist? Now, with this indispensable visual dictionary, you’ll learn the meaning of these and many more fabulously impressive words, as well as where they came from. What’s more, clever illustrations will help you learn to pronounce them correctly—and use them to show off at every opportune occasion. David Bramwell is the author and creator of the successful Cheeky Guide series, based in the UK. In addition to being a freelance journalist, author, and music teacher, he also fronts his band, Oddfellows Casino. He lives in the United Kingdom.

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