A vibrantly illustrated collection of 60 cat-related proverbs and idioms collected from around the world.
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Description
A vibrantly illustrated collection of 60 cat-related proverbs and idioms collected from around the world.
Perfect for cat lovers, language nerds, and avid travelers, Cat Got Your Tongue? presents each saying in its native language along with an English translation, a simple explanation of its meaning and use, and a delightful illustration by New Yorker cartoonist Sophie Lucido Johnon.
There’s more than one way to get the job done, or as they say in Finland, “There are many ways, said Grandma, while wiping the table with a cat. . . .”
Featuring proverbs from India, France, China, Malaysia, Turkey, Holland, and many more—in languages from Arabic to Spanish—this enchanting little book reveals the central role that cats play in cultures everywhere, whether to impart a wise piece of advice, insult a rude neighbour, or as they say in Romania, to “look like the cat at a calendar” (appear very confused).Hardback, 128 pages. Size: 178 x 140mm
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UK Postage and Delivery
Standard UK Delivery - £4.95
We aim for a same day dispatch for on-line orders placed by noon (Monday to Friday only).
Most parcels are dispatched via Royal Mail. Very large parcels are delivered by Parcel Force.
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Description
A vibrantly illustrated collection of 60 cat-related proverbs and idioms collected from around the world.
Perfect for cat lovers, language nerds, and avid travelers, Cat Got Your Tongue? presents each saying in its native language along with an English translation, a simple explanation of its meaning and use, and a delightful illustration by New Yorker cartoonist Sophie Lucido Johnon.
There’s more than one way to get the job done, or as they say in Finland, “There are many ways, said Grandma, while wiping the table with a cat. . . .”
Featuring proverbs from India, France, China, Malaysia, Turkey, Holland, and many more—in languages from Arabic to Spanish—this enchanting little book reveals the central role that cats play in cultures everywhere, whether to impart a wise piece of advice, insult a rude neighbour, or as they say in Romania, to “look like the cat at a calendar” (appear very confused).
Hardback, 128 pages. Size: 178 x 140mm
UK Postage and Delivery
Standard UK Delivery - £4.95
We aim for a same day dispatch for on-line orders placed by noon (Monday to Friday only).
Most parcels are dispatched via Royal Mail. Very large parcels are delivered by Parcel Force.
