Linguistic specialist Grothe discusses the use of metaphor in a wide variety of life settings. He presents metaphors in life-altering situations; about the human condition; in wit and humor; insults and criticism; relationships; love; marriage; sex; stages and ages of life; stage and screen; politics; sports; and the literary life. Drawing heavily from literature of all types and styles, and from the classic Greeks to the present day, this tour of the land of the metaphor is sure to inform and delight all readers.