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The Silent Beetle Eats the Seeds Proverbs from Far and Wide

By Axel Scheffler

Over 150 surprising proverbs reveal how the world’s wisdom can be funny, puzzling and wonderfully unexpected.

insightful diverse engaging

Genres

Non-fiction

What is The Silent Beetle Eats the Seeds Proverbs from Far and Wide about?

Discover a collection of over 150 proverbs from around the world, each offering unique insights and wisdom. From the humorous to the thought-provoking, these sayings reflect diverse cultures and experiences, accompanied by Axel Scheffler's engaging illustrations.

About the author

Axel Scheffler is a much-loved illustrator, best known for bringing to life the characters in 'The Gruffalo' and many other picture books. He works closely with authors like Julia Donaldson to create colourful and fun illustrations that help stories jump off the page. Axel’s artwork is enjoyed by children all over the world.

Pages

125 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

1997

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