How To Build A Better Vocabulary

by Maxwell Nurnberg

This is the entrancingly entertaining yet amazingly effective guide that shows you how

Genres: Nonfiction, Language, Reference, Writing, Words

384 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1961

Reviews

[Adrian Alvarez · Rating 3 out of 5]

Despite typographical flaws and dated references and language, this turned out to be a pretty fun read. I decided to read it after getting through Cormac McCarthy's Blood Meridian and realizing I knew nothing about the English language. All in all, having gone through it without the pressure of preparing for a standardized test, I definitely feel my vocabulary has grown (along with my etymological understanding of our language's component parts). I can't say this was a brilliant book (if there is one, please let me know) but I had fun with it.

[Jon Gaide · Rating 3 out of 5]

A sometimes-fun book about words, roots, and etymology. I skipped over the workbook portions, but I enjoyed the light and often humorous style of writing.

I don't know that my vocabulary would get much better without frequently revisiting the book, but it was still interesting. Since it was first written in the 1940s, I think, it's amusing to see words that aren't around anymore. (It suggests that, while we watch a sports match, we might encounter "cunctatious" or "purlieus" from the commentators.)

Wouldn't recommend, but also wouldn't reprimand the authors for having written it.

[Michael David · Rating 5 out of 5]

On average, I am familiar with 75 out of 100 challenging and difficult words, which is something I'm proud of. It's by no means perfect, and I have a lot to improve, but being familiar with many challenging terms will definitely help me speed through my reading.

[Rusty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great resource for expanding word knowledge.

[SHENBAOBAO]

I think this is a gowordsod book that i have read ,it heips me feel easy to learning words

[Steven Myers · Rating 5 out of 5]

I went through this book in the past. I remember it being very good and would like to peruse it again.