This illustrated guide compiles over 2,000 collective nouns and brings them to life in stunningly colorful, graphic artwork from the design dynamos at Woop Studios. Chock-full of treasures of the English language, the diversity of terms collected here covers topics from plants and animals (a parade of elephants, an embarrassment of pandas) to people and things (a pomposity of professors, an exultation of fireworks) and range from the familiar (a pride of lions) to the downright obscure (an ooze of amoebas). Pronunciations, definitions, etymologies, and historical anecdotes make this beautiful book an entertaining read, a standout reference, and a visual treat. Language lovers and art appreciators alike will be captivated by this gem, rich in word and image.
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Hardie Grant Books
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Compendium of Collective Nouns From an Armory of Aardvarks to a Zeal of Zebras
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ISBN:
9781452108230
Format:
Hardback
Pages:
236
Dimensions:
26cm x 18cm
RRP:
$59.99
Category:
Fiction , Non-Fiction , Art and Photography
Publisher:
Chronicle Books
Published:
01 October 2013
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Jason Sacher