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Best Word Book Ever
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
Best Word Book Ever
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Richard Scarry
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:72 | Dimensions(mm): Height 280,Width 220 |
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ISBN/Barcode |
9780007507092
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Classifications | Dewey:428.1 |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
HarperCollins Publishers
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Imprint |
HarperCollins
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Publication Date |
29 August 2013 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Richard Scarry's Best Word Book Ever with this wonderful, fun picture book edition. Join Kathy Bear, Kenny Bear and their Busytown friends to learn lots of everyday words. Illustrated in Scarry's signature style, the book is packed with hundreds of names for objects both familiar and new, grouped by subject, occasion and theme. From colours and numbers to fruit and vegetables to animals, vehicles and so much more, this is a beautifully entertaining way to expand a child's knowledge of the world.
Author Biography
Born in Boston in 1919, Richard Scarry's drawing talent led him to study at the Boston Museum School. He began his career in New York City as an illustrator and freelance artist, and in 1963 he published his first book, The Best Word Book Ever, which became an international best-seller.
ReviewsPRAISE FOR RICHARD SCARRY: 'A favourite of children for generations' Junior magazine 'Enchanting and inspiring' TES
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