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Word of the Day : January 11, 2021 Mimesis noun muh-MEE-sis Definition : imitation, mimicry Did you know? Mimesis is a term with an undeniably classical pedigree. Originally a Greek word, it has been used in aesthetic or artistic theory to refer to the attempt to imitate or reproduce reality since Plato and Aristotle. Mimesis is derived from the Greek verb mimeisthai, … Continue reading Word of the Day – Mimesis

Word of the Day : January 8, 2021 Amok adverb uh-MUK Definition 1 : in a violently raging, wild, or uncontrolled manner 2 : in a murderously frenzied state Did you know? Print evidence of amok in English was first recorded in the 1600s, when the word was used as a noun meaning "murderous frenzy." Visitors to Southeast Asia had … Continue reading Word of the Day – Amok

Word of the Day : December 22, 2020 Opprobrium Definition 1 : something that brings disgrace 2 a : public disgrace or ill fame that follows from conduct considered grossly wrong or vicious b : contempt, reproach Did you know? Opprobrium was borrowed into English from Latin in the 17th century. It derives from the Latin verb opprobrare, which means "to reproach." … Continue reading Word of the Day – Opprobrium

By Carlos Ruiz Zafron This excellent translation of the Spanish novel is based in Barcelona in the 1940’s. A young Daniel is taken into the heart of the old city to the “cemetery of lost books”, which houses old, forgotten and obscure books long out of print. His father says he can choose any book … Continue reading The Shadow of the wind