![]() ![]() The power of Macfarlane’s acrostic poems is enhanced by his partner’s beautiful hand-painted artwork. The two authors teamed up to produce this spelling book out of concern for the disappearance of natural words from children’s vocabularies. In particular, Jackie Morris’s simple yet extremely powerful line arts are given room to breathe and complement Robert Macfarlane’s perfectly crafted text. The Lost Words by Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris is a truly remarkable book. Beautifully illustrated and a delightful accompaniment to the Explorers Guide. Though the large format book showcases both the poems and the artwork extremely well, they have even more impact when viewed as an exhibition. Lostspellsbook The Lost Words Click here to download the Red Fox Spell. Meanwhile, Emma visited the exquisitely curated exhibition at Compton Verney. She also shared some of the evolution of the illustrations, offering a rare window into the artist’s journey that readers don’t often get to see. ![]() Jackie spoke about the alchemy of words and art that was at the heart of the book and her working relationship with Robert Macfarlane. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Receipt for Lost Words : Poems, Paperback by Arnold, Catherine, Brand New, Fr. ![]() ![]() It was a wonderful evening, in a beautiful, candlelit place that conjured the perfect atmosphere for speaking about the ancient wonders of the world – the flora and fauna that surround us. Jo heard Jackie speak at Beverston Church in Gloucestershire about the process of creating the book. The Conker House team have enjoyed some close encounters with The Lost Words in recent weeks. ![]()
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