I Before E (Except After C): Old-School Ways to Remember Stuff

I Before E (Except After C): Old-School Ways to Remember Stuff

by JudyParkinson (Author)

Synopsis

Ever find yourself struggling to remember simple facts and rules? Is the ever increasing pace of life and glut of information challenging your memory? I Before E (Except After C) is full of memory aids to help you out. From well-known rhymes such as the popular 'Thirty days hath September, April, June and November', memorable sayings including 'Spring forward, fall back', and mnemonics such as 'Richard of York Gave Battle in Vain', to a selection of more modern methods of boosting one's failing memory. I Before E is the definitive guide to help you to unjumble your mind and improve your ability to recall names, dates, facts, figures and events, and contains all the mnemonics you'll ever need to know.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 176
Edition: 1st
Publisher: Michael O'Mara
Published: 09 Aug 2007

ISBN 10: 1843172496
ISBN 13: 9781843172499
Prizes: Shortlisted for Independent Booksellers' Week Book of the Year Award: Adults' Book of the Year 2008.

Media Reviews
The little poems that make a big difference to your brain power Sunday Express Magazine 20070805 If you struggle to recall how many days there are in November and the difference between their and there , this book could be your saving grace The Sun Bright ideas to keep your memory sharp... definitely a book for the bedside table The Lady An excellent way to drum in essential facts and spellings The Daily Express A fun and useful mix of mnemonics, rhymes and acronyms Choice Magazine A treasure trove of memory-joggers... a fun mix of reference and nostalgia, where you can visit foolproof ways to remember just about anything The Weekly News A must for every household! Beige Magazine This is much more than just nostalgia. A great family gift. Angels and Urchins Magazine