It would take years of reading to learn the vocabulary succinctly provided in Word Power. The dictionary contains everything from slang (cool, zulued) to scholarship (soliloquy, archaic smile), to science (azimuth), with some added hokum (Montezuma's revenge). Each entry is defined, given a pronunciation, and used in four sample sentences. Where possible, synonyms, antonyms, and etymology are provided, as well. With its painstaking selection and pithy examples, Word Power is suitable for students, professionals, and anyone interested in the storied and variegated English language.

About the Author
John Fleming is the author of The War of All Against All: An Analysis of Conflict in Society. His academic interests include linguistics, sociology, and English and American literature.

Reviews
Word Power is a must for anyone who wants to paint a picture with the English language and wants all the colors available. * Midwest Book Review, January 2009 *



Book Information
ISBN 9780761838043
Author John Fleming
Format Paperback
Page Count 244
Imprint University Press of America
Publisher University Press of America
Weight(grams) 381g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 153mm * 20mm