The Stories and Secrets of Colors

From prehistory to the present day, colors have shaped our world in more ways than you might expect.In The Stories and Secrets of Color, young readers can explore the many meanings behind and uses for color all over the world, from the Tuareg people of North Africa and their striking blue clothes, to why saffron is so expensive and what makes flamingos pink. Through color, we discover amazing facts about animals and plants, learn how colors have changed the course of history and find out how different colors affect our moods and health.Vivid, imaginative full-spread illustrations from Indian illustrator Sirjana Kaur are a joyful celebration of color and award-winning Susie Brook's text reveals how color is infused into every part of our lives.