JOURNAL ARTICLE

What's Not to Like? On similes, good and bad.

  • Published In: American Scholar, 2025, v. 94, n. 3. P. 10 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: BYRD, MAX 3 of 3

Abstract

The article explores the use of similes in literature, highlighting their humorous and sometimes absurd nature. The author shares a personal collection of similes from various sources, illustrating both effective and poorly crafted examples, including those from notable writers like Raymond Chandler and P.G. Wodehouse. The text also distinguishes between similes and metaphors, emphasizing the transformative power of metaphors and the self-conscious nature of similes. Ultimately, it reflects on the artistry involved in crafting comparisons that evoke vivid imagery and emotional resonance in readers. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:American Scholar. 2025/07, Vol. 94, Issue 3, p10
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0003-0937
  • Accession Number:186232708
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