Literally: Amazing Words and Where they Come From: 1 - Couverture rigide

Skipworth, Patrick

 
9781912920174: Literally: Amazing Words and Where they Come From: 1
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ISBN 10 : 1912920174 ISBN 13 : 9781912920174
Editeur : What on Earth Books, 2020

Synopsis

A stunning non-fiction picture book about the origins of the English Language. You'll be surprised at the global and cultural diversity hidden in the words we use every day! Did you know that English words come from all over the world? And often their meanings have changed over time? Find out about the journeys of a selection of words from the English Language in this amazing visual resource. Each word is paired with a two-page spread illustration, which takes inspiration from the origins of the word itself. Author Patrick Skipworth has carefully selected words with a diversity of origins from all around the globe: some are derived from phrases ( companion the Latin for with bread ), some from actions or behaviours ( caribou meaning snow shoveler in Mi kmaq, an indigenous language of eastern Canada), and some from sounds or onomatopoeia ( Kookaburra Australian Aboriginal languages) With simple descriptions and dazzling, evocative and witty illustrations, this is a fascinating introduction to the rich history and cultural diversity of our language. The perfect book for budding linguists aged 7 - 11 to learn about the origins and meanings of the English language.

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À propos de l?auteur

Patrick Skipworth studied Classics and Linguistics in London and the Netherlands, connecting the dots between ancient cultures, their histories, and their languages. Today, Patrick is a children's book editor, but he likes to write his own books when he can. Some of his favourite topics are prehistoric bugs, super-intelligent robots and legends from far away places. His favourite word is 'mosaic.' Patrick Skipworth lives in London. Nicholas Stevenson's personality and past are as colourful as his illustrations. Now living in London, he spent years in the Seychelles 'dressing like Peter Pan most days'. Nicholas produces lively, engaging, mysterious and deeply painterly work for the publishing and music industries.

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Éditeur
What on Earth Books
Date d'édition
2020
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1912920174
ISBN 13 
9781912920174
Reliure
Relié
Illustrateur
Stevenson Nicholas
Nombre de pages
32
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
non disponible

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9781912920181: Literally: Amazing Words and Where They Come From

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ISBN 10 :  1912920182 ISBN 13 :  9781912920181
Editeur : What on Earth!, 2020
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