Literally: Amazing Words and Where They Come from by Skipworth, Patrick

Literally: Amazing Words and Where They Come from

Did you know that English words come from all over the world and that their meanings have...
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Literally: Amazing Words and Where They Come from by Skipworth, Patrick

Literally: Amazing Words and Where They Come from

$29.19

Literally: Amazing Words and Where They Come from

$29.19
Author: Patrick Skipworth
Format: Hardcover
Language: English

Did you know that English words come from all over the world and that their meanings have changed along their journey?


Our word "zero" comes from the Arabic word for empty space. "Companion" is from the Latin for with bread.

With simple descriptions and dazzling, evocative and witty illustrations, this is a fascinating introduction to the rich history and cultural diversity of our language.

Words included: orchestra (Japanese); zero (Arabic); guru (Sanskrit); ukulele (Hawaiian); jaguar (Tupi); royalty (Norman French); companion (Latin); kookaburra (Wradjuri); worm (Old English); mummy (Persian); caribou (Algonquin); safari (Swahili).



Author: Patrick Skipworth
Publisher: What on Earth!
Published: 05/05/2020
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 10.60h x 11.10w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781912920181
Audience: Ages 9-12


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 01/27/2020
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2020
School Library Journal 05/01/2020 pg. 78

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 favorite topics are prehistoric bugs, super-intelligent robots, and legends from far away places. Patrick's favorite word is "mosaic."

Nicholas Stevenson's personality and past are as colorful 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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