A connection begins to smolder

With a legendary samurai like Tatsuo by her side

and a wealth of sample materials posted on a companion website

The jealous feeling gets stronger and stronger--until suddenly

The Atlas of Languages: Words Around the World Leslie Barnard Booth A connection begins to smolderA beautifully illustrated overview of the history of languages around the world, filled with maps, sidebars, and unusual facts that will satisfy curious kids Where did the word "banana" originate? What is the world's most secret language? Which word is universally understood? This book answers all these questions and more, taking the reader on a journey across the globe to explore the complexity, beauty, and variety of languages. It includes: * Fun