Joseph Piercy is a freelance writer. He holds a Master of Philosophy degree and is a regular contributor to various magazines and journals. Joseph is the author of books on a variety of subjects ranging from English language and literature to history and popular philosophy. His most recent books, Life Lessons from Literature and The Little Book of Stoic Wisdom, are also published by Michael O’Mara Books.
Publications
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100 Books to Live By
Joseph Piercy
A collection of life-affirming books to guide you through. Settle down with 100 Books to Live By and learn which book prescriptions can be dispensed to lift your spirits, whatever you may need.
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The Little Book of Stoic Wisdom
Joseph Piercy
Learn how to thrive in the modern world by unlocking the ancient art of Stoicism. This practical and accessible guide will show you how to cultivate wisdom and cope with life’s everyday challenges.
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Life Lessons from Literature
Joseph Piercy
Life Lessons from Literature is a must for all bibliophiles, providing a concise and highly accessible bucket list of must-read books that teaches us so many fundamental truths and broadens our minds.
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A Word a Day
Joseph Piercy
A Word a Day contains 365 carefully selected words that will enhance and expand your vocabulary, along with their meanings, origins and sample usage and fascinating word-related facts and trivia.
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1000 Words to Expand Your Vocabulary
Joseph Piercy
The Oxford English Dictionary contains 175,000 words in common usage and yet linguists estimate that a vocabulary of 3,000 is sufficient to cover ninety-five per cent of common usage in speech and pri
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Symbols
Joseph Piercy
Symbols: A Universal Language looks at the story behind the world's most famous symbols, from the peace sign to the smiley.
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The 25 Rules of Grammar
Joseph Piercy
Everything you need to know about the 25 essential rules of English grammar.
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The Story of English
Joseph Piercy
The Story of English illustrates the compelling history of how the relatively obscure dialects spoken by tribes from what are now Denmark, the Low Countries and northern Germany, became the most widel
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Are You Turning Into Your Dad?
Joseph Piercy
Calling all men - have you started buying your jeans for comfort rather than style? Do you prefer to watch the football in your favourite armchair rather than at the pub?