Anguished English: An Anthology of Accidental Assaults Upon the English Language
Apr 2006 · Gibbs Smith
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The “impossible to put down” compendium of linguistic bloopers and blunders: a hilarious collection of malapropisms, mixed metaphors and more (San Francisco Chronicle).
In Anguished English, Richard Lederer collects some of the worst—and funniest—English language errors ever committed to print. From legendary student screwups to horrible headlines and cringe-worthy advertising copy, Lederer shares a treasure trove of laugh-out-loud flubs and gaffes worthy of a Pullet Surprise.
“Hilarious.”—Chicago Tribune
“Richard Lederer is the true king of language comedy. Anguished English is the funniest book I have ever read.”—Sidney SheldonRatings and reviews
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Selena Q
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March 16, 2015
This is my 10th time reading this. It's still hilarious.
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Rose Avon
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March 10, 2023
had a good laugh
Deborah Riggs
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October 8, 2016
Amusing
About the author
Richard Lederer is the author of more than 35 books about language, history, and humor, including his best-selling Anguished English series. He is founding cohost of A Way with Words on public radio and his syndicated column, "Looking at Language," appears in newspapers and magazines throughout the United States. He lives in San Diego.
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