9780241666173 - a Really Short History of Words: an Illustrated Edition of the Bestselling Book About the English Language by Bryson, Bill (17 results)
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Condition: Like New. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact with no nicks or tears. Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind. Daniel Long; Dawn Cooper; Jesús Sotés; Katie Ponder (illus…trator).
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The brand-new children's book from Bill Bryson - all about the amazing English language.Every day, you do something incredible, and I bet you barely ever think about it- you speak.Ever wondered why the English language turned out how it did?Why do we have so many different words for just one… thing?And why are so many words spelt the same but sound different?In this beautifully illustrated journey through word and ryhme - and even a few jokes - Bill Bryson will teach you how the English language came to be (clue- lots of invasions) and what makes it a rich and beautiful thing (lots of Shakespeare).Get ready . . . because the story of the English languge is an EXTRAORIDNARY one. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Daniel Long; Dawn Cooper; Jesús Sotés; Katie Ponder (illustrator).
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Published by Penguin Random House Children's UK, GB, 2024
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Hardback. Condition: New. Adapted from Mother Tongue this stunningly illustrated book by Bill Bryson tells the story of English, from the first words ever spoken to the very first dictionaries.Perfect for ages 8 to 80!Every day, you do something incredible, and I bet you barely ever think about it: you speak. But have you ever w…ondered why the English language turned out like it did?If so, this is the book for you. It will also answer some VERY important questions . . .? Why do we have the Vikings to thank for words like glitter and sky?? Why did goodbye used to be god be with you?? Why did LOL originally mean little old ladies?? And why did no one know what majestic meant until Shakespeare came along?In this epic journey through words, rhymes - and even a few jokes - Bill Bryson will teach you how the English language came to be (clue: lots of invasions) and what makes it a rich and beautiful thing (lots of Shakespeare).Get ready . . . because the story of the English language is an EXTRAORDINARY one. Daniel Long; Dawn Cooper; Jesús Sotés; Katie Ponder (illustrator).
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The brand-new children's book from Bill Bryson - all about the amazing English language.Every day, you do something incredible, and I bet you barely ever think about it- you speak.Ever wondered why the English language turned out how it did?Why do we have so many different words for just one… thing?And why are so many words spelt the same but sound different?In this beautifully illustrated journey through word and ryhme - and even a few jokes - Bill Bryson will teach you how the English language came to be (clue- lots of invasions) and what makes it a rich and beautiful thing (lots of Shakespeare).Get ready . . . because the story of the English languge is an EXTRAORIDNARY one. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Daniel Long; Dawn Cooper; Jesús Sotés; Katie Ponder (illustrator).
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Published by Penguin Random House Children's UK, GB, 2024
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Hardback. Condition: New. Adapted from Mother Tongue this stunningly illustrated book by Bill Bryson tells the story of English, from the first words ever spoken to the very first dictionaries.Perfect for ages 8 to 80!Every day, you do something incredible, and I bet you barely ever think about it: you speak. But have you ever w…ondered why the English language turned out like it did?If so, this is the book for you. It will also answer some VERY important questions . . .? Why do we have the Vikings to thank for words like glitter and sky?? Why did goodbye used to be god be with you?? Why did LOL originally mean little old ladies?? And why did no one know what majestic meant until Shakespeare came along?In this epic journey through words, rhymes - and even a few jokes - Bill Bryson will teach you how the English language came to be (clue: lots of invasions) and what makes it a rich and beautiful thing (lots of Shakespeare).Get ready . . . because the story of the English language is an EXTRAORDINARY one. Daniel Long; Dawn Cooper; Jesús Sotés; Katie Ponder (illustrator).
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. The brand-new children's book from Bill Bryson - all about the amazing English language.Every day, you do something incredible, and I bet you barely ever think about it- you speak.Ever wondered why the English language turned out how it did?Why do we have so many different words for just one… thing?And why are so many words spelt the same but sound different?In this beautifully illustrated journey through word and ryhme - and even a few jokes - Bill Bryson will teach you how the English language came to be (clue- lots of invasions) and what makes it a rich and beautiful thing (lots of Shakespeare).Get ready . . . because the story of the English languge is an EXTRAORIDNARY one. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Daniel Long; Dawn Cooper; Jesús Sotés; Katie Ponder (illustrator).
