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An Apple a Day - by  Michela Tartaglia (Hardcover) - 1 of 1

An Apple a Day - by Michela Tartaglia (Hardcover)

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Highlights

  • A colorful, cross-cultural journey through the world's most familiar idioms--and how they connect us.
  • About the Author: MICHELA TARTAGLIA is a native Italian, born in the province of Turin, Piedmont.
  • 144 Pages
  • Reference, Curiosities & Wonders

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Book Synopsis



A colorful, cross-cultural journey through the world's most familiar idioms--and how they connect us.

Meet the boldly colorful and charming backstory of familiar colloquialisms from some of the most-spoken languages--compared and contrasted in English, Italian, Spanish, and French. This beautifully illustrated and engaging idioms and phrases book shows how different cultures express the same idea in surprisingly similar--or wildly different--ways.

Perfect for language learners, this book connects idioms to their equivalents in your native or target language. For ESL students or those learning English, Spanish, Italian, or French, seeing all four languages together makes idioms easier to remember, compare, and truly understand.

From timeless sayings like "don't look a gift horse in the mouth" to lesser-known expressions with fascinating backstories, each idiom is explained with its cultural origin, meaning, and linguistic evolution. The result is a delightful blend of language learning, trivia, and world culture.

Perfect gift for language learners, world travelers, expats, teachers, and anyone who loves the quirky, witty nature of everyday expressions.

Inside you'll find:

  • 25 popular idioms expressed in English, Spanish, Italian, and French
  • The surprising origins and history behind each saying
  • Side-by-side translations that make learning intuitive and memorable
  • Colorful illustrations that bring each idiom to life
  • A fun, highly giftable package for language lovers

Whether you're improving your English, exploring how other cultures see the world, or simply love language and all its quirks, linguist Michela Tartaglia offers a passport to the weird, witty world of words we live by.



Review Quotes




"If you love language, if you're curious about the world, Michela Tartaglia's An Apple a Day will tickle you silly. This beautifully illustrated, frisky little book turns familiar phrases around and around like a prism."
--Jon Mooallem, author of Wild Ones, This is Chance!, and Serious Face

"New book opens the window to the witty and wonderful world of language."
--L'Italo Americano



About the Author



MICHELA TARTAGLIA is a native Italian, born in the province of Turin, Piedmont. She moved to Seattle for a sabbatical year in 2006 after completing her master's degree in philosophy at Alma Mater Studiorum--University of Bologna, and has since made Seattle her adopted city. Her passion for linguistics and languages is captured in her first book An Apple a Day, first published in Italy by Nomos Edizioni. She cofounded Pasta Casalinga, an intimate lunch spot in the heart of Pike Place Market. Her recipes for Pasta Casalinga inspired her second book, the cookbook Pasta for All Seasons. She lives in Seattle with her two daughters, Viola Rosa and Eva Luna.

DANIELE SIMONELLI is a full-time freelance illustrator based in the eternal city of Rome, from where he has fought against the use of clipart for ten years and counting, and has created work for editorial, advertising, and design industries with international clients.

Dimensions (Overall): 7.6 Inches (H) x 6.3 Inches (W) x .7 Inches (D)
Weight: .75 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 144
Genre: Reference
Sub-Genre: Curiosities & Wonders
Publisher: Sasquatch Books
Format: Hardcover
Author: Michela Tartaglia
Language: English
Street Date: January 6, 2026
TCIN: 1003180739
UPC: 9781632176189
Item Number (DPCI): 247-35-7476
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.7 inches length x 6.3 inches width x 7.6 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.75 pounds
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Q: Who is the target audience for this book?

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  • A: It's intended for language learners, teachers, and those interested in world cultures and expressions.

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Q: What is the main theme of the book?

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  • A: The book explores idiomatic expressions across multiple languages and their cultural significance.

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Q: What languages are featured in the idioms presented?

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  • A: The idioms are presented in English, Spanish, Italian, and French for comparative learning.

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Q: What is the book's format and page count?

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  • A: The book is a hardcover edition with a total of 144 pages.

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Q: What type of illustrations can readers expect?

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  • A: Readers can enjoy colorful illustrations that vividly bring each idiom to life.

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