Dictionary of Fine Distinctions - Nuances, Niceties, and Subtle Shades of Meaning

If you have ever fretted over the difference between guilt and shame, jealousy and envy, mazes and labyrinths, clementines and tangerines, concertos and symphonies, club soda and sparkling water, this is your new bible! Fine distinctions are elucidated with satisfying precision and pleasing illustrations, all bound to delight even the most hairsplitting of sticklers. Would make an entertaining and informative gift for word nerds, language purists and dictionary addicts.

• Paperback, 208 pages.
• Measures 19.8 x 13 x 2cm