The Return of the Word Spy
Illustrated by Tohby Riddle. From the beginning of time, the WORD SPY has been creeping down hallways, hiding in shadows and journeying through different lands to discover everything there is to know about the English language. In her first book, The Word Spy, she shared with us the secrets she'd learnt about English, from the first alphabet in 4000 BC right up to the tricks of modern texting. In The Return of the Word Spy she continues the fascinating journey through language, with chapters on language families, how we learn to speak, grammar and written forms of communication. In an accessible, engaging style, the WORD SPY explains the meaning of nouns, verbs, pronouns, 'dead' languages, word origins and other wordy wonders.
Packed with cartoons, games, facts and puzzles, The Return of the Word Spy continues the WORD SPY's fascinating journey through the English language.
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Reviews
A fun-filled guide to language and grammar could inspire a new generation of writers. Sydney Morning Herald Read more...
Like an old friend, the charming Word Spy is back once more to extend our knowledge of written and spoken English and entertain us with the fascinating peculiarities of our language. Magpies Read more...
An exceptional book of the very highest quality, regardless of genre... Australian Bookseller and Publisher Read more...