The Dictionary Of Fashionable Nonsense by Ophelia Benson, Jeremy Stangroom
A Guide for the Perplexed
"The Dictionary of Fashionable Nonsense" is a satirical guide that humorously critiques the misuse of academic and intellectual jargon in various fields such as cultural studies, psychoanalysis, and literary criticism. Through witty definitions and sharp commentary, the book aims to expose the pretentiousness and obscurity often found in modern academic and cultural discourse. It serves as both a playful jab and a serious critique of the way complex language can be used to obscure meaning and hinder clear thinking.
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- Published
- 2004
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 192
- Original Language
- English
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