book words

malediction is a word I haven't heard for years. i'm delighted to be reminded of it and can now begin thinking of ways to wield it against real or imagined enemies or adversaries. many thanks. i love your site, next time i post a note to you i promise not to imitate e.e.cummings badly. diane hamilton.

MARK TWAIN, IN HIS INFINITE WISDOM, IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING QUOTE: "THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE 'RIGHT' WORD AND THE 'ALMOST RIGHT' WORD IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE LIGHTENING AND THE LIGHTENING BUG."

I BELIEVE THIS QUOTE IS ACCURATE, BUT I WOULD BE HAPPY TO HEAR FROM ANYONE WHO RECALLS IT DOFFERENTLY.

DIANE HAMILTON