Literally: Amazing Words and Where They Come From
$25.90
Written by Patrick Skipworth | Illustrated by Nicholas Stevenson
hardcover
This stunning picture book explores the extraordinary stories behind the global origins of some ordinary-seeming words.
Did you know that karaoke is an orchestra without any musicians, or that a companion is someone to share your lunch with? The stories behind everyday English words are a treasure trove of unexpected stories.
Discover the global connections that have shaped the English language in this ingenious book packed with dazzling painted illustrations.
hardcover
This stunning picture book explores the extraordinary stories behind the global origins of some ordinary-seeming words.
Did you know that karaoke is an orchestra without any musicians, or that a companion is someone to share your lunch with? The stories behind everyday English words are a treasure trove of unexpected stories.
Discover the global connections that have shaped the English language in this ingenious book packed with dazzling painted illustrations.