Graham-Barber, Lynda

Defines or explains various words commonly associated with Valentine's Day, such as "Cupid," "heart," and "romance," and gives their origin or historical background.

Defines or explains words associated with Christmas, including mistletoe, candle, and carol, giving their etymology and the history of their connection with the holiday.

An explanation of over 150 words that are eponyms or toponyms--words that are named after a person or place.

Defines or explains various words commonly associated with Independence Day, such as "barbecue, " "fireworks, " and "liberty, " and gives their origin or historical background.

Explains the differences between many of nature's commonly confused animals, plants, and weather conditions, observing such distinctions as those between frogs and toads, butterflies and moths, and tornadoes and hurricanes.