The Illustrated Book Of Sayings

Author : Ella Frances Sanders
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2016-09-13
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781607749349

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The Illustrated Book of Sayings by Ella Frances Sanders Pdf

From the New York Times bestselling author of Lost in Translation and Eating the Sun, a charming illustrated collection of more than fifty expressions from around the globe that explores the nuances of language From the hilarious and romantic to the philosophical and literal, the idioms, proverbs, and adages in this illustrated collection address the nuances of language in the form of sayings from around the world. From the French idiom “to pedal in the sauerkraut” (meaning, “to spin your wheels”), to the Japanese idiom “even monkeys fall from trees” (meaning, “even experts can be wrong”), The Illustrated Book of Sayings reveals the remarkable diversity, humor, and poignancy of the world’s languages and cultures.

Author : Sally Mooney
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2020-04-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0648931307

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The Illustrated Book of Funny Old Sayings by Sally Mooney Pdf

Have you ever wondered why we say, "It's raining cats and dogs" and other funny old sayings like, "Don't look a gift horse in the mouth"? Often we know what they mean, but do we know where they originated?Well in this book, you are about to find out!For example, when we want to wish someone a good nights sleep, people often say, "Night night, sleep tight." Who would have thought that this dates back to Shakespeare's time, when mattresses were secured onto a bed frame by ropes. In order to make the bed firmer and more comfortable, people would have to pull on the ropes to tighten the mattress and hence the saying came about.This delightful book is full of well known sayings, beautifully matched with fun and original illustrations, which will make you laugh out loud. Part of the fun is seeing whether you can guess the saying just from looking at the picture.This book will appeal to lovers of trivia, history and language. It makes the perfect little gift for the someone that has everything! Keep it in on the coffee table and provide a little bit of amusement for all!Learn a little trivia, keep history alive.

Author : Ella Frances Sanders
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2014-09-16
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781607747116

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Lost in Translation by Ella Frances Sanders Pdf

From the author of Eating the Sun, an artistic collection of more than 50 drawings featuring unique, funny, and poignant foreign words that have no direct translation into English Did you know that the Japanese language has a word to express the way sunlight filters through the leaves of trees? Or that there’s a Finnish word for the distance a reindeer can travel before needing to rest? Lost in Translation brings to life more than fifty words that don’t have direct English translations with charming illustrations of their tender, poignant, and humorous definitions. Often these words provide insight into the cultures they come from, such as the Brazilian Portuguese word for running your fingers through a lover’s hair, the Italian word for being moved to tears by a story, or the Swedish word for a third cup of coffee. In this clever and beautifully rendered exploration of the subtleties of communication, you’ll find new ways to express yourself while getting lost in the artistry of imperfect translation.

Author : James McGuire
Publisher : Whalen Book Works
Page : 73 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2019-01-28
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781732512603

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The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions by James McGuire Pdf

With 100+ full-page illustrations, The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions introduces readers to the fascinating, humorous, and often unbelievable origin stories behind the English language’s most common sayings! Why do we bring home the bacon, instead of some other salty meat? Whose beans are we spilling, exactly? Why was that cat in the bag to begin with? Every day, English speaking people turn phrase after phrase, idiom after idiom, with no actual idea what they are saying! Sure, the meaning of these expressions has long been established, but rarely do we stop to think about where they come from. The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions will profile 64 of the greatest idiom origin stories through simple text and captivating illustration. No longer will you wonder why getting a goat is so frustrating, or why hatters are so mad (and no, that one doesn’t come from Alice in Wonderland)! With The Illustrated Histories of Everyday Expressions, everyday phrases come to life! Inside this charming little hardcover volume, the illustrated idioms will be arranged chronologically, with the oldest expressions appearing first, working all the way up to the present day. Each entry will provide the saying’s definition and origin story, laid out cohesively within a funny and captivating illustration of the strange and wonderful long-forgotten story. Whalen Book Works is an independent book publishing company that combines top-notch design, unique formats, and fresh content to create truly innovative gift books. We bring together a talented team of writers, designers, illustrators, and artists in order to develop strong editorial content that brings a book to life!

Author : Mary Engelbreit
Publisher : Andrews McMeel Publishing
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2006-10
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780740760013

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Artful Words by Mary Engelbreit Pdf

Contains quotations collected by artist Mary Engelbreit throughout her life and used in her illustrations, and features a selection of her work, grouped by quotation topic in the categories of love and family, friendship, inspiration and encouragement, wisdom and learning, holidays, childhood, and pure Mary.

Author : James Chapman
Publisher : Andrews McMeel Publishing
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2021-09-28
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781524874490

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A World of Wisdom by James Chapman Pdf

A brightly illustrated comic guide to sayings and expressions from around the world, comparing the ways different cultures interpret the same ideas. You might say that an annoying person is called “a bad apple,” but Venezuelans would call them “a pineapple under the arm.” On a wet day, you might think “it’s raining cats and dogs,” but the rest of the world has some different ideas on what’s falling from the sky. This book looks at the unique ways different languages express common ideas like “too many cooks spoil the broth” and getting stuck “between a rock and a hard place,” as well as unique sayings about cats, beards, dancing, and much, much more. With over 330 illustrated phrases from Vietnam to Venezuela, A World of Wisdom is a fun and funny guide to all the phrases you might ever need!

Author : Ella Frances Sanders
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2019-04-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780143133162

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Eating the Sun by Ella Frances Sanders Pdf

Winner of the 2019 Whirling Prize “Strong on science but just this side of poetry.” —Nature A beautifully illustrated exploration of the principles, laws, and wonders that rule our universe, our world, and our daily lives, from the New York Times bestselling creator of Lost in Translation Have you ever found yourself wondering what we might have in common with stars, or why the Moon never leaves us? Thinking about the precise dancing of planets, the passing of time, or the nature of natural things? Our world is full of unshakable mystery, and although we live in a civilization more complicated than ever, there is simplicity and reassurance to be found in knowing how and why. From the New York Times bestselling creator of Lost in Translation, Eating the Sun is a delicately existential, beautifully illustrated, and welcoming exploration of the universe—one that examines and marvels at the astonishing principles, laws, and phenomena that we exist alongside, that we sit within. “[A] lyrical and luminous celebration of science and our consanguinity with the universe. . . . Playful and poignant.” —Brain Pickings

Author : Robin R. Johnson
Publisher : Figuratively Speaking
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2015-10-10
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0778718786

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Understanding Sayings by Robin R. Johnson Pdf

"Designed to bolster reading comprehension and enhance writing skills, this imaginative title helps children identify and decipher the meaning of similes. Accessible text and engaging examples support a solid understanding of this figurative language form."--Publisher's website.

Author : Ian George Bolton
Publisher : The English Grammar Club
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2020-03-14
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9788898348015

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English Proverbs & Sayings by Ian George Bolton Pdf

This is a collection of some of the most important and well- known English proverbs & sayings. Proverbs have been handed down from generation to generation from the earliest times to give advice, and were passed down from mouth to mouth long before any written records. Proverbs are especially good for a language student because they are metaphorical, and create a strong visual image in the mind. Proverbs are a great way of giving students good example sentences which they can memorize and use as models for building their own sentences. We have tried to keep the caption explaining the proverb as colloquial as possible and as close to spoken English as possible, it contains several Keywords (at times perhaps too many) related to the concept expressed by the proverb.

Author : Susan Schubert
Publisher : Lantana Publishing
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2020-09-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781913747114

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I'll Believe You When . . . by Susan Schubert Pdf

A fun-filled book of idioms from around the world that will spark the imagination of readers everywhere and encourage them to delight in language. You've probably heard the expression "when pigs fly," but have you heard the Spanish phrase "when frogs grow hair" or the Yoruba saying "when chicken have teeth"? A rib-tickling collection of idioms from around the world. But the question is: will you believe them...? “I loved so much of this book! It's a funny book about idioms for young children and celebrates diversity in a fun way”—Youth Services Book Review, 5 STARS “With a world map, exploration of complex and playful language and inclusive illustrations, there is lots to enjoy in this book. There is certainly a lot that will have little ones giggling!”—Father Reading Every Day “Such a fun book! It will spark the imagination of readers and encourage them to play with language themselves!”—Youth Libraries Group “A very weird and silly book. If you’ve never heard of idioms you should read this book. After you read it you will have fun making up more silly sentences”—Xavier, Age 5, Kids' Book Buzz, 5 STARS

Author : Tiller Press
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2020-08-04
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9781982150884

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The Little Book of VSCO Girl Wisdom by Tiller Press Pdf

Embrace your inner VSCO girl with this illustrated book of good vibes, inspirational sayings, and words of wisdom. Have you been depleted of positive energy lately? Did someone recently vibe check you? Have you forgotten to always choose happy, or stay hydrated, or keep fighting to #SavetheTurtles? If any of these things feel true for you, then you need this portable and adorable collection of VSCO girl-inspired sayings and words of wisdom. Whether it’s a gift for yourself or your scrunchie-wearing, Hydro Flask-loving, metal straw-using friend, The Little Book of VSCO Girl Wisdom is an entertaining and uplifting source of positivity, affirmations, and advice that are sure to come in handy the next time you “and I oop!” Perfect to take on the go, this book is essential for staying chill and remembering to live life to the fullest.

Author : Christopher J. Moore
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2019-08-06
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 163557403X

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In Other Words by Christopher J. Moore Pdf

"A delightful treasure house, literally a thesaurus, of linguistic marvels." --from the foreword by bestselling author Simon Winchester A colorfully illustrated collection of more than ninety untranslatable words and phrases and the unique insights they offer into the cultures they come from. Ever racked your brain for a word you're convinced should exist, yet is inexplicably absent from the dictionary? All languages have their limitations-should English fall short, the expression may lie elsewhere. That's where this book comes in: a quirky, international lexicon of linguistic gems that capture cultural untranslatables with satisfying precision. Take for example the Japanese yoko meshi, “a meal eaten sideways,” describing the experience of trying to communicate in an alien tongue, or mono-no-aware, the appreciation of life's sadness. From the distinctive coziness of the Danish hygge, to the unrestrained dis of the Mayan bol (“in-laws” and “stupidity”), to the profound collectivism of the Zulu concept of ubuntu (roughly, “I AM because WE ARE"), these mots justes are grouped according to language and prefaced with insightful overviews of the relevant cultures by linguist Christopher J. Moore. Embellished with 20 entertaining new untranslatable words and phrases and 90 characterful color illustrations by Lan Truong, and with a foreword by Simon Winchester, In Other Words is amusing, profound, and unputdownable--a gorgeously packaged gift book to entertain even the most well-versed polyglot with marvels of language from around the world.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Appletree Press (IE)
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Maxims, Irish
ISBN : 0862815177

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A Little Book of Irish Sayings by Anonim Pdf

Covering a broad range of subjects such as youth, age, marriage, companionship, work, success, and failure, this collection of popular Irish sayings will ensure that people are never at a loss for a memorable declaration. There is no denying that the Irish have a way with words, and this selection of both old and contemporary aphorisms aptly illustrates the Irish humor, wit, and marvelous twists of language. Each example is accompanied by a colorful complementary illustration.

Author : Ian George Bolton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Reference
ISBN : 8898348053

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English Proverbs & Sayings by Ian George Bolton Pdf

Author : R. J. Clarke
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-03-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1530526795

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Sayings and Their Meanings by R. J. Clarke Pdf

Discover the meaning to over 250 sayings The sayings are sorted by genre such as animals, money and love