Letters From Melbourne

Letters From Melbourne

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Author: Coote, Maree
ISBN: 9780992491710
Publisher: Walker Books Australia
Year First Published: 2014
Pages: 24
Dimensions: 265mm x 265mm x
Format: Hardback

Description:
How do you spell Melbourne town? Can you spell your way around?In this ingenious tour of Melbourne past and present with bright and funky images created in Letter Art by this award-winning illustrator.

Meet Ned Kelly, find the letters hidden in Luna Park, and learn about the architect who wouldn’t finish the cathedral! These fascinating typographic pictures are partnered with a unique and affectionate commentary on Melbourne history by this dedicated local author.


Letters from Melbourne, a brand new typographic puzzle book by Maree Coote. This book works on three levels to give readers a fun and educational experience of Melbourne. Each spread contains a cheeky haiku-like poem about Melbourne. At the base of each page is a short fact of historic note about the subject.
The puzzle picture-anagram which is the key to the illustration offers a letter and spelling challenge. Readers can spell their way around Melbourne's past, present and even its personalities. Colours are bold and bright, and will appeal to all ages. Also attractive to tourists.

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