The Museum Book

A Guide to Strange and Wonderful Collections

By: Jan Mark, Richard Holland (Illustrator)

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Hardcover | 25 September 2007

At a Glance

Hardcover
56 Pages

Age
9 - 12

Grade
4 - 7

Dimensions(cm)
20.96 x 29.21 x 1.91

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Why do people collect things? This ode to museums mighty and minuscule will draw curious viewers of all ages — and is worthy of collection itself.

What is a museum? Why would anyone amass shells, words, clocks, teeth, trains, dinosaurs, mummies . . . or two-headed sheep? Find out where the word "museum" comes from and what unusual items (unicorn horns? mermaids?) some early museums placed on view. Jan Mark’s humorous and conversational insights take readers through museums’ multifaceted history, while Richard Holland’s eye-catching mixed-media illustrations lend their own quirky flair. With vivid examples from all around the world, this wonderful book puts museums — and the many artifacts lovingly stored there — on display in a whole new light.

About the Author

Jan Mark, one of Britain’s most distinguished authors of books for young people, was twice awarded the Carnegie Medal and also received many other awards. She passed away in January 2006.

About the Illustrator

Richard Holland says that The Museum Book inspired him to try a new mixed-media collage style and "was an illustrator’s dream." He lives in Essex, England.

Industry Reviews

"The act of opening this eclectic, tall-format tome will launch readers on a leisurely and edifying journey of discovery." - Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"Reading through this look at all things museum (definition of; history of; issues surrounding) is itself like wandering through an eclectic and idiosyncratic museum, marveling at the wonders it contains." - The Horn Book

"Chronicling the ages-old human passion for collecting “interesting” things, Mark's look at the history of museums touches upon everything from famous hoarders of yore to the origins of scientific classification and modern-day institutions. The conversational text and mixed-media collage artwork make this miscellany of amazing anecdotes and intriguing insights perfect for sharing aloud." - School Library Journal

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