{"product_id":"the-language-lovers-lexipedia-an-a-z-of-linguistic-curiosities-hardcover","title":"The Language-Lover's Lexipedia: An A-Z of Linguistic Curiosities - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJoshua Blackburn\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDreyer's English\u003c\/i\u003e meets \u003ci\u003eSchott's Original Miscellany\u003c\/i\u003e in this \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003edelicious tour o\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003ef the lesser-known wonders\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eof the language world, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eperfect for language lovers, word nerds, and the incurably curious.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA delightful rollick through language unlike any you've ever experienced. As the inventor of the bestselling game about words, \u003ci\u003eLeague of the Lexicon\u003c\/i\u003e, Joshua Blackburn has created an A-Z that's part-encyclopedia, part-treasure map, and an all-around joy for anyone interested in words and language. Meticulously researched, joyfully written, and beautifully designed, \u003ci\u003eThe Language-Lover's Lexipedia\u003c\/i\u003e dives into the quirky, the curious, and the unexpected to reveal a world of language you never knew existed. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDiscover the biting humor of Scottish insults (\u003ci\u003eyou're talking mince\u003c\/i\u003e), the curious history of the Chinese typewriter, and the strange yet vivid color names of Elizabethan England--like \"dead Spaniard\" and \"lusty gallant.\" Whether it's the dark history of the Index of Banned Books or the bewildering grammar of Yoda, each pithy entry is brimming with knowledge and wit. Illustrated with enchanting line art that evokes a 19th-century reference book, \u003ci\u003eThe Language-Lover's Lexipedia\u003c\/i\u003e is as visually delightful as it is intellectually captivating. It's stuffed with quirky lists, surprising facts, and illuminating stories, making it the ultimate gift for any language lover. Want to uncover the secret of Ikea product names? Decode the euphemisms of Victorian England? Or understand why pedants are pedantic? This book has you covered--and then some. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBlackburn's infectious enthusiasm turns linguistic oddities into pure entertainment and offers up endless rabbit holes to dive down, with each thoughtful entry promising to charm, educate, and tickle. From the linguistic history of marijuana to the origins of nonsense, \u003ci\u003eThe Language-Lover's Lexipedia\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read for anyone who revels in the beauty, humor, and sheer weirdness of language.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoshua Blackburn is a writer and photographer. He's also the inventor of the most successful word game in Kickstarter history, \u003ci\u003eLeague of the Lexicon\u003c\/i\u003e. His previous books include the award-winning \u003ci\u003eAcme Climate Action \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eLaunderama\u003c\/i\u003e, a photography book that beautifully documents London's last remaining launderettes. Joshua created \u003ci\u003eLeague of the Lexicon\u003c\/i\u003e for his two sons during Covid lockdown and was the game's most prolific question writer. He has since become an accidental linguist, appearing on podcasts like \u003ci\u003eThe Allusionist\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBecause Language\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Failing Writers\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eButter No Parsnips\u003c\/i\u003e. He lives in London with his family, a neurotic cat, and an overly large taxidermy collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 8.5 x 5.6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 14, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51978981212461,"sku":"9781668098844","price":28.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/fgSV9zygF39781668098844.webp?v=1775815324","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/the-language-lovers-lexipedia-an-a-z-of-linguistic-curiosities-hardcover","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}