Literally

Amazing Words and Where they Came From

By: Nicholas Stevenson (Illustrator), Patrick Skipworth

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Hardcover | 7 May 2020

At a Glance

Hardcover
64 Pages

Age
5 - 10

Dimensions(cm)
27.2 x 28.3 x 1.0

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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.

About the Author

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.

About the Illustrator

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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