If you know the 26 letters of the alphabet and can count to 99 -- or are just learning -- you'll love Tana Hoban's brilliant creation. This innovative concept book is two books in one!

One of America's foremost calligraphers tells the complete and fascinating story of writing characters. Oscar Ogg makes it clear that letters are not merely geometric symbols. The characters themselves are a form of art that is a priceless heritage. Here he has drawn examples of all- the ancient, the medieval, the modern- with the skill and devotion of a manuscript scribe.

A collection of descriptions and original illustrations of various cities around the world, one city for each letter of the alphabet.

A beautifully presented, original exploration of the alphabet, which will be featured in a major exhibition at the British Library.

How to make an imaginative cloth book of exciting action-toys.