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.
- Reveals the diverse origins of English words and their layered meanings
- Connects the English language to indigenous languages and cultures across the globe, from Hawaii to Australia, highlighting the interconnected nature of all people
- Ingenious, painterly artwork adds a delightful twist to the story behind each word
This title is in stock with our overseas supplier and should arrive at our Sydney warehouse within 2 - 3 weeks of you placing an order.
Once received into our warehouse we will despatch it to you with a Shipping Notification which includes online tracking.
Please check the estimated delivery times below for your region, for after your order is despatched from our warehouse:
ACT Metro: 2 working days
NSW Metro: 2 working days
NSW Rural: 2-3 working days
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WA Rural: 4-8 working days
WA Remote: 4-12 working days
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