Take My Word for It [Hardcover]

William Safire (Author), Jonathan B. Segal (Editor)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

In this new collection drawn from his "On Language" column for the New York Times, Safire entertainingly discusses the proper use of which and that, the pronunciation of junta and many other issues of language. PW called this "a must-read for anyone interested in the dynamic growth of English and its sour notes."
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Library Journal

Safire has culled a new collection from his New York Times columns wherein he (often humorously) comments on the use and misuse of the English language (including its etymology, jargon, slang, and style). Following the format and arrangement of his three previous collections, On Language , What's the Good Word , and I Stand Corrected , Safire includes readers' letters that correct, clarify, and expand upon his own observations. If this volume is indexed as well as the previous three, it will be a useful reference tool as well as a delightful book to browse or read cover-to-cover for all who love words and enjoy the subtle distinctions noted by a keen eye and ear. A cumulative index in a future collection would be a nice addition. Robert Aken, Univ. of Kentucky Libs., Lexington
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover
• Publisher: Times Books; 1st ed edition (September 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 5551498018
• ISBN-13: 978-5551498018
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 5.9 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,831,539 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

William Safire began his writing career as a reporter, became a speechwriter in the Nixon White House, and re-crossed the street to write an Op-Ed column in the New York Times for the next three decades. He also wrote the weekly "On Language" column in the New York Times Magazine. He was a winner of the Pulitzer Prize for commentary and the Medal of Freedom.