What a Wonderful Word Written by Nicola Edwards Illustrated by Luisa Uribe

What A Wonderful Word

Written by Nicola Edwards

Illustrated by Luisa Uribe

 

This book celebrates unusual words from many languages around the globe.

 

Have you ever looked out of a window to see a perfectly beautiful day, but also knew in your heart if you stepped out into it, you’d freeze? There’s a word for that: from the Icelandic language, the word, Gluggavedur. It literally means “window weather” because to enjoy it, you must stay inside! Or what if you were lucky enough to find a friend that you have known for a long time and who understands you completely? Then you would have need for the Japanese word, Nakama, a friend who is more than a friend and is like another family member. Every November many of us suffer from this Italian word, Abbiocco, the sluggish stupor we get from eating a huge meal!

 

This book introduces readers to thirty unusual words from around the globe and proves how beautiful and rich languages can be. Edwards’ text is both informative and playful and celebrates the diversity of our fascinating world. Uribe’s detailed illustrations treat readers to windows into other places and people.

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