Ifferisms: An Anthology of Aphorisms That Begin with the Word "IF"

Dr. Mardy Grothe

Aug 2009 · Sold by Harper Collins

About this ebook

Perfect for linguaphiles and lovers of quotes, Ifferisms is a lively compendium of wit, wisdom, and wordplay from Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of I Never Metaphor I Didn’t Like, Viva La Repartee, and Oxymoronica. A collection of aphorisms—pithy observations that communicate some kind of truth about the human experience—Ifferisms contains those that begin with “if.” From “If life hands you lemons, make lemonade” to “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” the sayings in Ifferisms demonstrate how hypothetical thinking helps people contemplate their lives.

Ratings and reviews

A thoroughly enjoyable read. This book is more than a compilation of phrases that begin with the word "if"; the book is organized by category, with much historical and contextual background peppered throughout. The end result is all at once humorous, touching, witty, instructive, and thought-provoking.

About the author

Dr. Mardy Grothe is a retired psychologist, management consultant, and platform speaker; the author of six books on words and language; the creator of Dr. Mardy’s Dictionary of Metaphorical Quotations; and one of America’s most beloved quotation anthologists. He lives in Southern Pines, North Carolina, with his wife, Katherine Robinson.