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Every book Benjamin Dryer recommended on podcasts

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  • Benjamin Dryer has recommended or discussed 2 books on podcasts, as of February 15, 2019.
  • Benjamin Dryer has talked about books on 1 podcast, as of February 15, 2019.
  • Those books came up in 1 episode, as of February 15, 2019.
  • The 2 books Benjamin Dryer has mentioned in the most episodes, as of February 15, 2019: Miss Thistlebottom's hobgoblins and Woe is I.
  • The latest episode with a book mention from Benjamin Dryer aired on February 15, 2019.

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Guest on The Book Review · 2 books · 1 episode across 1 podcast

Benjamin Dryer appeared on The Book Review podcast in the 2024 episode titled A Class in Dreyer's English, where he shared his expert insights into grammar, writing, and language usage. As someone deeply immersed in the mechanics of writing, Dryer discussed several classic works dedicated to the nuances of style and etymology. He stated that he liked Patricia T. O'Conner's book Woe Is I, pointing to it as a valuable resource for language enthusiasts. Furthermore, Dryer enthusiastically discussed a book by Theodore Menline Bernstein titled Miss Thistlebottom's Hobgoblins. He praised Bernstein's work as genuinely one of the best books available for writers who want to understand what it is truly like to be in the trenches with writing. Through his podcast recommendations, Dryer guided listeners toward essential reference and style guides that demystify the English language, blending practical advice with a deep affection for the idiosyncratic rules and common pitfalls of professional writing. His selections remain invaluable for anyone seeking to improve their mastery of grammar and literary style.

Books recommended by Benjamin Dryer

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  1. Miss Thistlebottom's hobgoblins

    Theodore Menline Bernstein · Recommended · 1 episode

    Miss Thistlebottom's Hobgoblins is a classic exploration of English usage and stubborn grammatical superstitions written by Theodore Menline Bernstein.

    Recommended
    “I Like Woe Is I and I love a book by Theodore Bernstein called Miss thistle Bottom's hob goblins which is really one of the best books about being in the trenches with writing”
    The Book Review A Class in ‘Dreyer’s English’ 2019-02-15 Listen at 10:24
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

  2. Woe is I

    Patricia T. O'Conner · Recommended · 1 episode

    Woe Is I is a widely popular and accessible guide to grammar and usage written by Patricia T.

    Recommended
    “I Like Woe Is I and I love a book by Theodore Bernstein called Miss thistle Bottom's hob goblins”
    The Book Review A Class in ‘Dreyer’s English’ 2019-02-15 Listen at 10:24
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

Appearances

EpisodePodcastDateBooks
A Class in ‘Dreyer’s English’The Book Review2019-02-152