Practical Metaphor Dictionary

Author: Wang Yajun
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Publish Date: 2003-05-01
Features: The compiler of this book has selected and collected over 3,000 metaphorical expressions closely related to human learning, life, and writing from a vast array of cultural classics, literary works, and folk proverbs from ancient and modern times, both within and outside China. These expressions are categorized and arranged into 11 major divisions: "Scenery·Nature," "Appearance·Manners," "Scene·Atmosphere," "Civilization·Culture," "Ideals·Career," "Knowledge Seeking·Creation," "Morality·Good and Evil," "Emotions·Psychology," "Life·Social Conduct," "Love·Family," and "Reason·Discussion." Each division is further subdivided into 120 themes. With this book in hand, you can effortlessly find the perfect metaphor to enhance your speech and writing. It is primarily compiled to provide readers with references. Of course, it can also be used for leisurely enjoyment, as a reference or source for writing. Metaphors are becoming increasingly popular, and anyone may use them in conversations and writing. This book is suitable for both general readers, including students, and professionals engaged in education, writing, public speaking, advertising design, program hosting, and cultural work. With this book in hand, finding the right metaphor is effortless, just like bending down to admire a garden or gazing up at the starry sky, filling you with endless beauty. The compiler of this book has selected and collected over 3,000 metaphorical expressions closely related to human learning, life, and writing from a vast array of cultural classics, literary works, and folk proverbs from ancient and modern times, both within and outside China. These expressions are categorized and arranged into 11 major divisions: "Scenery·Nature," "Appearance·Manners," "Scene·Atmosphere," "Civilization·Culture," "Ideals·Career," "Knowledge Seeking·Creation," "Morality·Good and Evil," "Emotions·Psychology," "Life·Social Conduct," "Love·Family," and "Reason·Discussion." Each division is further subdivided into 120 themes. With this book in hand, you can effortlessly find the perfect metaphor to enhance your speech and writing. It is primarily compiled to provide readers with references. Of course, it can also be used for leisurely enjoyment, as a reference or source for writing. Metaphors are becoming increasingly popular, and anyone may use them in conversations and writing. This book is suitable for both general readers, including students, and professionals engaged in education, writing, public speaking, advertising design, program hosting, and cultural work. With this book in hand, finding the right metaphor is effortless, just like bending down to admire a garden or gazing up at the starry sky, filling you with endless beauty.