Language-Lover's Lexipedia Modern The unforgettable story of the

The unforgettable story of the birth of a city

collections have unfolded

and is likely to appeal to an existing audience of colouring enthusiasts and collage makers

Inspiring as well as practical

Marjory Collins

Language-Lover's Lexipedia Modern The unforgettable story of theWant to uncover the secret of Ikea product names? Learn the art of Scottish insults? Or understand why pedants are pedantic? Here you will find all this and more. Part encyclopaedia, part miscellany, The Language Lover's Lexipedia is a delightful tour of the world of words, from the origin of Abracadabra to Zyzzyva and the end of the dictionary. Meticulously researched, witfully written and beautifully designed with hand drawn illustrations by