Ifferisms: An Anthology of Aphorisms That Begin with the Word IF [Hardcover]

Perfect for linguaphiles and lovers of quotes,Ifferismsis a lively compendium of wit, wisdom, and wordplay from Dr. Mardy Grothe, author ofI Never Metaphor I Didnt Like, Viva La Repartee,andOxymoronica.A collection of aphorismspithy observations and timeless proverbs that communicate some kind of truth about the human experienceIfferismscontains those that begin with if. From If life hands you lemons, make lemonade to If it aint broke, dont fix it, the sayings inIfferismsdemonstrate how hypothetical thinking helps people contemplate their lives.

This one-of-a-kind collection of ifferisms explores:

• Classic Sayings:Discover the surprising origins of phrases like If it aint broke, dont fix it and Murphys Law: If anything can go wrong, it will.
• Wit and Wordplay:Enjoy a treasure trove of humorous quotes and clever observations from literary giants like Mark Twain, Oscar Wilde, and George Bernard Shaw.
• Hypothetical Thinking:Explore how the simple two-letter word, if, opens up a world of thought experiments, from the profound to the playful.
• Words to Live By:Find inspiration and timeless wisdom in ifferisms that touch on everything from love and marriage to politics and the human condition.

If the only tool you have is a hammer, you tend to see every problem as a nail.

If you do not tell the truth about yourself, you cannot tell it about other people.

If you can't be kind, at least be vague.

Anaphorismis a pithy observation that attempts to communicate a truth about the human experience, often with a dash of wit. History's greatest thinkers and writers have viewed the aphorism as a potent tool, and it is remarkable how many of their most memorable observations have been introduced with the biggest little word in the human language:If. Theseifferisms, as they have l³.