Why is a Tiger a Tiger?: A Bestiary of Etymology

By Dave Buchen

The stories behind the names for over 70 animals are revealed accompanied by paper cut illustrations. What doan ant's name and a trout's name have in common? How about the walrus and the hippopotamus? And what does the sound of a partridge flying remind you of?

Kidsbookreview.com says: "The book is a must-read for anyone fascinated with words and word origins... The] illustrations...are mesmerising and would utterly entrance babies... A] stunning, collectible book that would serve priceless purpose both at home and in the school library."

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1984336762
• ISBN13: 9781984336767
• Release Date: January 2018
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.5" x 11.0"