An Apple a Day - 25 Surprisingly Universal Idioms & Their Origins

Do Italians say "A leopard never changes its spots"? Discover the curious origins of 25 popular sayings from around the world—some of them are nearly identical in each language, while others are different in surprising ways. We all use idioms and sayings every day. But what does it say about us?  Meet the boldly colorful and charming backstory of familiar colloquialisms from some of the most-spoken languages—compared and contrasted in English, Italian, Spanish, and French.  The 25 idioms featured in this book can be expressed in all four languages, but some sayings are nearly identical while others are wildly different from each other in surprising and funny ways. Whether you speak Spanish, English, French, or Italian, you probably know you're not supposed to look a gift horse in the mouth. But why it's phrased that way might surprise you! Discover the evolution of these everyday idioms in this colorfully illustrated, highly giftable package—perfect for expats, world travelers, and those with a deep love of words. Whether you’re curious about how different cultures see the world or you simply love language and all its quirks, linguist Michela Tartaglia offers a passport to the weird, witty world of words we live by.