The Right Word
Roget and His Thesaurus
- 2014 INDIES Finalist
- Finalist, Juvenile Nonfiction (Children's)
A collage of words and drawings narrating the life of polymath Peter Mark Roget accompanies this story of the list-maker’s life and career. Both approachable and packed with information, this mini biography introduces children to the history of the thesaurus and its author, inspiring interest in nature, categorization, intellectualism, and the myriad ideas and uses of language. Ages five to nine.
Reviewed by
Aimee Jodoin
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