The Atlas of Languages

Description

The Atlas of Languages is a beautifully illustrated overview of the history of languages around the world, filled with maps, sidebars, and unusual facts that will 

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Description

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The Atlas of Languages is a beautifully illustrated overview of the history of languages around the world, filled with maps, sidebars, and unusual facts that will satisfy curious kids. Where did the word “banana” originate? What is the world’s most secret language? Which word is universally understood?

This book answers all these questions and more, taking the reader on a journey across the globe to explore the complexity, beauty, and variety of languages. It includes language trivia, beautifully illustrated maps to review and intricate language family trees that show how different languages have grown and connected over time.

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Dimensions

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The Atlas of Languages measures 11.5″ L x 9.5″ x .5″ H and is 96 pages long.