The Book of Nonexistent Words by Stefano Massini (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Book of Nonexistent Words by Stefano Massini "Originally published as Dizionario inesistente in Italy in 2018 by Mondadori Libri S.p.A."--Title page verso. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The internationally acclaimed author harnesses his brilliant imagination and masterful storytelling ability to create a catalog of new words inspired by stories of real people in this wondrous book reminiscent of Italo Calvinos mesmerizing Invisible Cities.How many times have words not been enoughHow many complex feelings dont have a corresponding noun that properly describes themHow many times has language left us like an archer without arrows in the labyrinth of our emotionsAward-winning author Stefano Massini, a master of expression,, made a discovery that shot new life into his writing practice. To his surprise he found that the ancient rules of language were not quite as restrictive as he had long envisioned them to be. With so many emotions and states of mind missing modern descriptors and definitions, Massini stumbled across a simple but artistry-altering idea. Instead of compromising honest expression through perfunctory verbiage, he decided language was, if anything, a flowing palette of colors he could use to paint all things. Words are meant to be invented. To reconfirm his belief in the magic of words, Massini returned to the wondrous mechanism that has fed dictionaries from time immemorial. If he could not find the precise word he wanted, he created one. In this delightful compendium, he introduces his personal vocabulary; every chapter mentions a new word that comes from a story about a real person, from Louis XIV to an American gangster.The Book of Nonexistent Words is a beautifully illustrated collection of linguistic origin stories wrought from the mind of an internationally renowned storytelling icon. Massini effectively liberates our human capacity for using language creatively and shows how we can embrace storytelling to fine tune our way of being in the world. Massini encourages us to be imaginative; if the language in the dictionary cannot adequately match the reality of the here and now, we must create new words that ring true.Translated from the Italian by Richard Dixon Author Biography Stefano Massini is a novelist, essayist, and theatre director of international fame. After getting a degree in Ancient Literature from the University of Florence, Massini began his theatrical career in 2002 as an assistant at the Piccolo Teatro di Milano. He has directed numerous plays such as The Diary of Anne Frank and wrote the award-winning Lodore assordante del bianco. The Lehman Trilogy premiered on the West End in 2019 where it was nominated for 5 Oliver Awards. Details ISBN006300478X Author Stefano Massini Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 006300478X ISBN-13 9780063004788 DEWEY 418 Pages 272 Format Paperback Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Translator Richard Dixon Publication Date 2021-10-05 US Release Date 2021-10-05 UK Release Date 2021-10-05 Imprint HarperVia Alternative 9780063004801 Audience General AU Release Date 2022-01-04 NZ Release Date 2022-01-04 Imprint US HarperVia Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:138824566;

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