Wordbirds: An Irreverent Lexicon for the 21st Century by (2013-10-15)
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This charming and whimsically illustrated book of newly minted words--on politics and the media, love and friendship, work, play, family, fashion, and city life--is "a lexicon of witty neologisms for the modern age" ( Vanity Fair ). You are a typical citizen of the young millennium, caught up in the fast-paced megatasking socio-professional whirl of our ever-evolving digitally enhanced lives. If you've ever wondered what to call it when you answer the TV remote instead of the phone, or wished you had a phrase to capture your supervisor's stealth campaign to stall your career, here is your guide. Now you can say "Oops, droidian slip!" with ease, and call out your boss for the impedimentor that he is. Armed with Wordbirds , you will be able to skillfully talk your way into--or out of--any situation the twenty-first century throws at you. With 150 gorgeous, highly expressive bird illustrations, these neologisms will have you crowing with delight, and show you that fine feathers make fine words. (Not to mention give new meaning to the term "tweeting.") A perfect gift book, Wordbirds is "literary catnip for bird lovers who also find themselves fascinated--or annoyed--by the quirks of modern life" ( The New York Times Book Review ).

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Liesl Schillinger, Books, Reference and Language, Wordbirds: An Irreverent Lexicon for the 21st Century, This charming and whimsically illustrated book of newly minted words—on politics and the media, love and friendship, work, play, family, fashion, and city life—presents a necessary vocabulary for the ever-changing customs of the young millennium. If you’ve escaped binary confinement and find yourself rushing cell-mell to a clusterfete— slurpwalking as you commutikaze—then who are you? You are a typical citizen of the young millennium, caught up in the fast-paced megatasking socio-professional whirl of our ever-evolving digitally-enhanced lives. If you’ve ever wondered what to call it when you answer the TV remote instead of the phone, or wished you had a phrase to capture your supervisor’s stealth campaign to stall your career, here is your guide. Now you can say “Oops, droidian slip!” with ease, and call out your boss for the impedimentor that he is. Armed with Wordbirds, you will be able to skillfully talk your way into, or out of, any situation the twenty-first century throws at you. With 150 gorgeous, Audubony, highly expressive bird illustrations, these neologisms will have you crowing with delight, and show you that fine feathers make fine words. Why birds, you may ask? Hadn’t you heard? The bird is the word. Now stop deliberotting and open this book!

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A charming and whimsically illustrated book of newly invented words--on politics and the media, parenthood, romance, the office, school days, fashion, and city life--that everyone needs in order to navigate the quirks and ever-changing customs of modern culture.Based on her "Wordbirds" blog, Liesl Schillinger's witty and wise collection of new words at last defines those peculiar truths of modern life that we have all experienced but until now have been at a loss to express. With her finger on the pulse of day-to-day experiences in the technological age, in the office, at home, and among friends, Schillinger has created a funny and inspiring dictionary for the twenty-first century. This beautiful gift book features a stunning array of full-color bird illustrations that bring to life the spirit of the words, including the irksome E-Quail and Wordpecker. "Wordbirds," with its clever embrace of language and astute cultural observations, takes word humor to a whole new level. Polterguy: An ex-boyfriend who exerts a haunting, destructive influence on a person's later relationships. "Usage Augusta had just gotten engaged to Sam when her polterguy, Mitchell, called after a long silence and told her he was coming to town." Cancellelation The joy felt by someone who frees up his schedule by canceling an appointment or reneging on a social plan."Usage Davina knew she ought to feel guilty for bailing on Mariel's dinner at the last minute, but a delicious cancellelation surged through her as Clive brought out the Scrabble.".

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cats dogs and animals,humor,humor and entertainment,language arts,politics and social sciences,popular culture,reference,social sciences,vocabulary slang and word lists,word lists, Wordbirds : An Irreverent Lexicon for the 21st Century, This charming and whimsically illustrated book of newly minted wordson politics and the media, love and friendship, work, play, family, fashion, and city lifepresents a necessary vocabulary for the ever-changing customs of the young millennium. If you've escaped binary confinement and find yourself rushing cell-mell to a clusterfete slurpwalking as you commutikazethen who are you? You are a typical citizen of the young millennium, caught up in the fast-paced megatasking socio-professional whirl of our ever-evolving digitally-enhanced lives. If you've ever wondered what to call it when you answer the TV remote instead of the phone, or wished you had a phrase to capture your supervisor's stealth campaign to stall your career, here is your guide. Now you can say "Oops, droidian slip!" with ease, and call out your boss for the impedimentor that he is. Armed with Wordbirds , you will be able to skillfully talk your way into, or out of, any situation the twenty-first century throws at you. With 150 gorgeous, Audubony, highly expressive bird illustrations, these neologisms will have you crowing with delight, and show you that fine feathers make fine words. Why birds, you may ask? Hadn't you heard? The bird is the word. Now stop deliberotting and open this book!

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Von Händler/Antiquariat, Discover Books.
Simon & Schuster. Hardcover. GOOD. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Possible ex library copy, that'll have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, may not be included.

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Von Händler/Antiquariat, Half Price Books Inc, TX, Carrollton, [RE:4].
Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Hardcover.

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Von Händler/Antiquariat, Spellbound.
Simon & Schuster, 5/22/2018. Illustrated. Paperback. Like New. LIKE NEW/UNREAD!!! Text is Clean and Unmarked! Has a small black line or red dot on bottom/exterior edge of pages.

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Von Händler/Antiquariat, Discover Books, OH, Toledo, [RE:5].
All pages and cover are intact. Possible slightly loose binding, minor highlighting and marginalia, cocked spine or torn dust jacket. Maybe an ex-library copy and not include the accompanying CDs, access codes or other supplemental materials. Hardcover.

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Von Händler/Antiquariat, Better World Books.
Used - Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

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Von Händler/Antiquariat, Wonder Book.
Simon & Schuster. Used - Like New. Like New condition. Very Good dust jacket.