Rosen’s Almanac
Weird and wonderful words for every day of the year
(Autor) Michael RosenWhat are words? They're the beginning of our stories: portals to treasured memories, to the strange sayings that seem to be unique to our own families and the beloved people that say them to us. So, what was your gran's favourite word for a time-waster? How did your dad answer the question 'What's the time?'? And just how many responses are there to the daily query 'What's for dinner?' Even better, how do these words change as they travel across our regions? In a joyful journey through a year of weird words and fantastic phrases, one of the nation's favourite wordsmiths takes a tour of the British Isles and all its vernacular idiosyncrasies, as well as reflecting on the joys of English, in a delightful book for anyone who loves language - whether following its rules or breaking them!
Michael Rosen
Michael Rosen is a well-known British author, poet, and broadcaster. He is best known for his children's books, including "We're Going on a Bear Hunt" and "Michael Rosen's Sad Book." Rosen's writing style is characterized by its humor, wit, and accessibility to young readers. He has made significant contributions to children's literature by creating engaging and imaginative stories that resonate with audiences of all ages. Rosen's work has had a lasting impact on the genre, inspiring countless other authors to write for children. "We're Going on a Bear Hunt" is perhaps his most famous work, beloved by generations of readers for its catchy rhythm and memorable storytelling.