Bluebird
Will be published approx. on 3. July 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
40 pages
978-1-78344-185-3 (ISBN)
Description
Readers will be captivated as they follow the journey of a bluebird as he develops a friendship with a young boy and ultimately risks his life to save the boy from harm. Both simple and evocative, this timeless and profound story will resonate with readers young and old.
'Deeply impressive and moving.' - Publisher's Weekly, Starred Review
'A book of true beauty.'- The New York Times
'Deeply impressive and moving.' - Publisher's Weekly, Starred Review
'A book of true beauty.'- The New York Times
Reviews / Votes
A book of true beauty with a bittersweet ending * New York Times, Notable Children's Books of the Year * Deeply impressive and moving. * Publisher's Weekly, Starred Review * Like nothing you have seen before. * Kirkus, Starred Review * Staake's ability ... has never been stronger than in this wordless title about a heroic bird. * School Library Journal * An extraordinarily beautiful and moving picture book ... Staake takes readers on a profound journey through sadness and hope. * The Huffington Post *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 0 to 5 years
Dimensions
Height: 284 mm
Width: 243 mm
Thickness: 5 mm
Weight
247 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78344-185-3 (9781783441853)
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Person
Bob Staake is an American illustrator, cartoonist, children's book author and designer. He lives and works in Chatham, Massachusetts.