Right Word, The: The Story of Roget and His Thesaurus

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Right Word, The: The Story of Roget and His Thesaurus

Right Word, The: The Story of Roget and His Thesaurus

By: Jen Bryant

For shy young Peter Mark Roget, books were his closest companions. Instead of writing stories, Peter filled pages with lists—of ideas, observations, and words. His love of language and precision grew into one of the most important reference books ever created: the thesaurus. Told with lyrical text and richly detailed illustrations, this book celebrates Roget’s curious mind and the beauty of words. A perfect tribute to learning, creativity, and the lasting power of language.

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For shy young Peter Mark Roget, books were the best companions -- and it wasn’t long before Peter began writing his own book. But he didn’t write stories; he wrote lists. Peter took his love for words and turned it to organizing ideas and finding exactly the right word to express just what he thought. His lists grew and grew, eventually turning into one of the most important reference books of all time.

Readers of all ages will marvel at Roget’s life, depicted through lyrical text and brilliantly detailed illustrations. This elegant book celebrates the joy of learning and the power of words.
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Used in Around the World K-4 Part 2

  • By: Jen Bryant

  • Pages: 42

  • ISBN: 9780802853851

  • Media: Hardback

  • Reading level: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
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