Non-fiction (2008)
My SynopsisAn entire book of metaphors, similes and analogies.
My Thoughts
This book inspired me to add a 'favorite sayings' page at the top of this blog.
The author includes a metaphor or analogy for just about every aspect of life.
Here are the chapters:
Life-altering Metaphors
The Human Condition
Wit and Humor
Insults and Criticism
Definitive Metaphors
Life
Relationships
Love
Marriage, Home and Family Life
Sex is an Emotion in Motion
Ages and Stages of Life
Stage and Screen
Politics
Sports
The Literary Life (readers and writers will love this section)
A few of my favorites (there are so many):
- Remarrying a husband you've divorced is like having your appendix put back in. Phyllis Diller
- Writing books is the closest men ever come to childbearing. Norman Mailer
- Going out with a jerky guy is kind of like having a piece of food caught in your teeth. All your friends notice it before you do. Livia Squires
Do I Recommend?
Yes, especially if you like metaphors. You know who you are :)
For more metaphors from this book, go to my Favorite Sayings page.
Source
Library
My Rating
4/5
Dr. Grothe's Website
5 comments:
Glad you enjoyed this one. Liked your favorite sayings page.
I could see this being a perfect bathroom read.
I love books like this. Most fun for a boring day! Good review!
This sounds like fun reading. I like metaphors in fiction books as long as they are few and far between. As a collection though I wouldn't mind them all being in one place. :)
This book sounds fun! I love learning about idioms, I am sure I will like reading about metaphors. :D
I enjoyed reading your Favorite Sayings page. That is a good idea. I should do one, maybe...possibly...shall see. :)
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