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# The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows

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Review: A unique and compelling tootbox of newly-created words that could prove genuinely useful - This is a rather wonderful and compelling dictionary of newly-created words by the author to describe a range of emotions that most of us probably feel but struggle to express. And I have to say it’s very well done, with the entries being carefully crafted from a diverse range of similar-pointing sources. Of the book’s 285 pages there’s a lot of content, and a lot of really nice-sounding and unusual words that are so apt for many of today’s situations that they could easily slip into our vocabulary and become part of modern parlance. They’re certainly words that lodge themselves nicely in memory awaiting that first opportunity to use them, and to create talking points when they are as they'll naturally pique interest. There’s something quite moving about the way the book is written, especially the introspective insights that introduce each chapter; insights that eerily reflects our own thoughts and feelings about the modern world and our often uncertain place in it. Now we have a superbly descriptive toolbox to give cognisance and expression to our bewildering emotions. The highlight of the book is undoubtedly the words themselves. After all, who wouldn’t want to say that they have the wends when not enjoying an experience as much as they could, that they felt a touch of xeno when feeling a slight connection from the friendly smile of a passing stranger or they backmasked a friend they haven’t seen in years to how they were last remembered in childhood? I have the kindle version, but this is a nice-looking book. There’s little doubt that if I were to see it in a bookshop the title and cover alone would be sufficient to make me stop and look through it. It’s a lovely catchy poetical title that is strongly suggestive of the intriguing content inside. The black and gold lettering and image speak of a quality product that is probably something rather special. As such, I surmise it would make a unique gift that will probably be especially appreciated and remembered. It’s also an ideal coffee table book whose style and content will be noticed and remarked upon. An excellent purchase, and nice that a book of this calibre and unusualness periodically pops up. An all round entertaining and enjoyable read. Note: helpful pronunciations accompany each entry.
Review: Wistful and beautifully crafted - This is a charming book for word lovers, language enthusiasts, and students of the human condition. This book seeks to define an eclectic selection of emotions or states of mind arising in very specific circumstances with many of which, readers will identify. Each definition has been beautifully crafted and brings with it a sense of relief that the condition has been named. Beautifully wistful, and a joy to read.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 5,047 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 2 in Slang & Jargon Reference 20 in Dictionaries & Thesauri 99 in Psychological Schools of Thought |
| Customer reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (3,428) |
| Dimensions  | 12.7 x 2.54 x 17.78 cm |
| Edition  | 1st |
| ISBN-10  | 1501153641 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1501153648 |
| Item weight  | 1.05 kg |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 288 pages |
| Publication date  | 20 Jan. 2022 |
| Publisher  | Simon & Schuster |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A unique and compelling tootbox of newly-created words that could prove genuinely useful
*by Z***D on 6 January 2023*

This is a rather wonderful and compelling dictionary of newly-created words by the author to describe a range of emotions that most of us probably feel but struggle to express. And I have to say it’s very well done, with the entries being carefully crafted from a diverse range of similar-pointing sources. Of the book’s 285 pages there’s a lot of content, and a lot of really nice-sounding and unusual words that are so apt for many of today’s situations that they could easily slip into our vocabulary and become part of modern parlance. They’re certainly words that lodge themselves nicely in memory awaiting that first opportunity to use them, and to create talking points when they are as they'll naturally pique interest. There’s something quite moving about the way the book is written, especially the introspective insights that introduce each chapter; insights that eerily reflects our own thoughts and feelings about the modern world and our often uncertain place in it. Now we have a superbly descriptive toolbox to give cognisance and expression to our bewildering emotions. The highlight of the book is undoubtedly the words themselves. After all, who wouldn’t want to say that they have the wends when not enjoying an experience as much as they could, that they felt a touch of xeno when feeling a slight connection from the friendly smile of a passing stranger or they backmasked a friend they haven’t seen in years to how they were last remembered in childhood? I have the kindle version, but this is a nice-looking book. There’s little doubt that if I were to see it in a bookshop the title and cover alone would be sufficient to make me stop and look through it. It’s a lovely catchy poetical title that is strongly suggestive of the intriguing content inside. The black and gold lettering and image speak of a quality product that is probably something rather special. As such, I surmise it would make a unique gift that will probably be especially appreciated and remembered. It’s also an ideal coffee table book whose style and content will be noticed and remarked upon. An excellent purchase, and nice that a book of this calibre and unusualness periodically pops up. An all round entertaining and enjoyable read. Note: helpful pronunciations accompany each entry.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wistful and beautifully crafted
*by S***E on 3 January 2026*

This is a charming book for word lovers, language enthusiasts, and students of the human condition. This book seeks to define an eclectic selection of emotions or states of mind arising in very specific circumstances with many of which, readers will identify. Each definition has been beautifully crafted and brings with it a sense of relief that the condition has been named. Beautifully wistful, and a joy to read.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very melancholy in the romantic way great reading in a window with a cat and a cuppa
*by J***T on 19 September 2025*

This book is beautiful and has cime in handy with my vocabulary and writing. It reminds me of the meaning of LIFF or the devil's dictionary whitch i have both this is next to them all 3 are black with gold writing :) I love finding words that exists for feelings or experiences we don't have the words for yet. It's a grounding experiences

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