Observations of a Retired Veteran (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Henry C. Tinsley

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1331273706 ISBN 13 : 9781331273707

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Witty, observant essays on books, family, and the small battlegrounds of daily life that spark thought and a smile.

This collection gathers humorous and thoughtful pieces that explore how we read, relate to others, and live through everyday moments. With a light touch and clear, down-to-earth voice, it invites readers to see ordinary scenes in fresh, revealing ways.

The book is a blend of literary reflection and personal anecdote, offering approachable commentary on reading, social life, and the quirks of home life. It rewards readers who enjoy thoughtful humor about human foibles and everyday circumstances.

• Thoughtful takes on how we talk about books and what those conversations reveal about readers.
• Humorous portraits of marriage, friendship, and family life that feel both affectionate and honest.
• Witty observations about society, manners, and the small rituals that shape daily living.
• Engaging, easy-to-read prose that makes complex ideas feel accessible.

Ideal for readers who enjoy humorous, insightful essays about books, family, and the everyday moments that shape our lives.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Webster's edition of this classic is organized to expose the reader to a maximum number of synonyms and antonyms for difficult and often ambiguous English words that are encountered in other works of literature, conversation, or academic examinations. Extremely rare or idiosyncratic words and expressions are given lower priority in the notes compared to words which are ¿difficult, and often encountered¿ in examinations. Rather than supply a single synonym, many are provided for a variety of meanings, allowing readers to better grasp the ambiguity of the English language, and avoid using the notes as a pure crutch. Having the reader decipher a word's meaning within context serves to improve vocabulary retention and understanding. Each page covers words not already highlighted on previous pages. If a difficult word is not noted on a page, chances are that it has been highlighted on a previous page. A more complete thesaurus is supplied at the end of the book; synonyms and antonyms are extracted from Webster's Online Dictionary.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1331273706
• ISBN 13: 9781331273707
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 105
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