Literally : Amazing Words and Where They Came From
SKU: 9781912920174
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Author:SKIPWORTH Patrick / STEVENSON Nicholas
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ISBN:9781912920174
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Publication Date:May 2020
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Pages:32
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Binding:Hardback
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Publisher:Walker Books
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This stunning picture books 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.