Description
Discover the fascinating world of punctuation with 'An Admirable Point', a captivating exploration of the exclamation mark! This brand new release, published in 2023 by Profile Books, takes a deep dive into the history and significance of this highly debated punctuation mark. Few symbols evoke such polarized reactions as the exclamation mark; it is both revered and ridiculed. Through witty analysis and cultural references, the book reveals how the exclamation mark, originally created over six hundred years ago, has permeated numerous facets of art, literature, and pop culture. Delve into the dramatic journey of '!' from Beowulf to contemporary social media, and discover its profound impact on human communication and expression. Whether you’re an enthusiastic writer who sprinkles them liberally or someone who finds them excessive, this book will provide valuable insights into your punctuation choices. Enjoy a compelling narrative that not only educates but also entertains. Get your copy today and re-evaluate the role of enthusiasm in written expression! Delivery information: Your order will be processed quickly, with shipping options available for both domestic and international addresses. Experience the exclamation mark's potential like never before!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781800811973
Year: 2023
Publisher: Profile Books
Description:
Few punctuation marks elicit quite as much love or hate as the exclamation mark. It's bubbly and exuberant, an emotional amplifier whose flamboyantly dramatic gesture lets the reader know: here be feelings! Scott Fitzgerald famously stated exclamation marks are like laughing at your own joke; Terry Pratchett had a character say that multiple !!! are a 'sure sign of a diseased mind'. So what's the deal with ! ?
An Admirable Point recuperates the exclamation mark from its much maligned place at the bottom of the punctuation hierarchy. It explores how ! came about in the first place some six hundred years ago, and uncovers the many ways in which ! has left its mark on art, literature, (pop) culture, and just about any sphere of human activity - from Beowulf to spam emails, ee cummings to neuroscience.
Whether you think it's over-used, or enthusiastically sprinkle your writing with it, ! is inescapable.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781800811973
Year: 2023
Publisher: Profile Books
Description:
Few punctuation marks elicit quite as much love or hate as the exclamation mark. It's bubbly and exuberant, an emotional amplifier whose flamboyantly dramatic gesture lets the reader know: here be feelings! Scott Fitzgerald famously stated exclamation marks are like laughing at your own joke; Terry Pratchett had a character say that multiple !!! are a 'sure sign of a diseased mind'. So what's the deal with ! ?
An Admirable Point recuperates the exclamation mark from its much maligned place at the bottom of the punctuation hierarchy. It explores how ! came about in the first place some six hundred years ago, and uncovers the many ways in which ! has left its mark on art, literature, (pop) culture, and just about any sphere of human activity - from Beowulf to spam emails, ee cummings to neuroscience.
Whether you think it's over-used, or enthusiastically sprinkle your writing with it, ! is inescapable.