Dict of Obscure Sorrows

by John Koenig

Simon and Schuster · 2021 · 288 pages

This unique lexicon offers invented words for emotions we all experience but struggle to articulate. From the profound realization of every stranger's complex inner life ("sonder") to a yearning for dramatic change during a storm ("lachesism"), these definitions illuminate previously unnamed feelings. It's a beautifully illustrated exploration of the human condition, perfect for anyone fascinated by language and the depths of their own inner world.

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Emotions