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The Three Superior Person's Books of Words (Boxed Set)

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This box set includes the first, second and third books of words for the Superior Person. Each book contains a collection of unusual words arranged alphabetically with definitions and example sentences, many of which are humorous and a bit tongue-in-cheek. I love these books because they're easy to read in little snippets but entertaining enough to keep you occupied for longer periods of time.

Some of the words, especially in the first and second books, are not quite as rare and unusual as they might have been when the books were first written, and thus may not be quite as useful for impressing people and/or surreptitiously insulting them. The books also do not include pronunciation guides or etymologies; you'll have to go to a real dictionary for that. However, as an entertaining read for those who want to expand their vocabularies with some weird and wondrous words (or for those who have a lexicographer's sense of humor and are looking for a laugh), this box set is a wonderful gift.

This is a great book for lover's of vocabulary. As you can infer from the title, it doesn't take itself too seriously, and pokes fun at itself. It is a virtual treasure trove of wonderful nuanced words with clearly defined meanings, explained in a non-traditional, fun, and interesting way. Recommended.

Awesome book! Brilliantly and entertainingly written and full of words that you just HAVE to use on a sick leave form...The abecedarian insult will provide hours of entertainment (well, maybe not hours ;) )

The perfect gift for someone with a reputation as the Superior Person!

(I should note: All the books are great, although they're also just "more of the same" - which is great, because the same is brilliant, but you might consider, if you're on a budget, whether you need the whole set; one book could have the same impact as a gift. Then again, once you've bought one, you'll almost certainly go back for more!)

This is great conversation piece. It is also a useful tool for all those people who "think" they are masters of the lexicon. Enjoy!