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

by Dave Buchen (Author)

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."