The Stories and Secrets of Colors

From prehistory to the present day, colors have shaped our world in more ways than you might...
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Author: Susie Brooks
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Language: English
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The Stories and Secrets of Colors by Brooks, Susie

The Stories and Secrets of Colors

CHF 28.78

The Stories and Secrets of Colors

CHF 28.78
Author: Susie Brooks
Format: Hardcover
Language: English

From prehistory to the present day, colors have shaped our world in more ways than you might expect.

In The Stories and Secrets of Color, young readers can explore the many meanings behind and uses for color all over the world, from the Tuareg people of North Africa and their striking blue clothes, to why saffron is so expensive and what makes flamingos pink. Through color, we discover amazing facts about animals and plants, learn how colors have changed the course of history and find out how different colors affect our moods and health.

Vivid, imaginative full-spread illustrations from Indian illustrator Sirjana Kaur are a joyful celebration of color and award-winning Susie Brook's text reveals how color is infused into every part of our lives.

Author: Susie Brooks
Publisher: Kingfisher
Published: 10/24/2023
Pages: 80
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 11.00h x 9.30w x 1.00d
ISBN: 9780753478844
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author

Susie Brooks has a first-class history of art degree and has worked as an editor and writer of children's non-fiction and picture books for over ten years. She is the creator of the award-winning Get into Art: Animals book and its three companion titles People, Places and Telling Stories. She is an artist herself and runs art workshops for young children. She lives in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Sirjana Kaur is an illustrator and character designer, living in New Delhi, India. She enjoys telling stories through her art using smart shapes and bright colors. She love drawing whimsical environments, eccentric characters and using lots of pinks and purples.

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