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Very Nice Ways to Say Very Bad Things - An Unusual Book of Euphemisms
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By Jacqueline Perryman
Published on 02/11/2008
 

Title: Very Nice Ways to Say Very Bad Things - An Unusual Book of Euphemisms
Author: Linda Berdoll
Publisher: Sourcebooks (Bookwise International)
ISBN: 9781402208850
Price: $24.95


Very Nice Ways to Say Very Bad Things - An Unusual Book of Euphemisms



Title: Very Nice Ways to Say Very Bad Things - An Unusual Book of Euphemisms
Author: Linda Berdoll
Publisher: Sourcebooks (Bookwise International)
ISBN: 9781402208850
Price: $24.95

According to American-based writer Linda Berdoll, the act of insult is becoming social art. In her newly released book Very Nice Ways to Say Very Bad Things . . . Berdoll presents and array of poetry and prose to humour, embarrass and scorn. The volume is highly risque, and openly challenges the boundaries of social, cultural and moral convention. When placed in correct context, Very Nice Ways to Say Very Bad Things . . .  is an explicit commentary - embracing the liberated aspect of English expression, and its presence in society.

Post Script:
Some readers may find the content of the above book, offensive - I did. Please read with discretion.

Jacqueline Perryman