Summary
In this final masterpiece from the late Tomi Ungerer, Earth is devastated and empty. Everyone has escaped to the moon—except Vasco. Luckily, Vasco has his shadow to guide him, and he finds little green Poco—someone to care for and bring to safety. Nonstop dangers await Vasco and baby Poco at every corner, but Vasco’s shadow rescues and guides them through destroyed cities and apocalyptic landscapes to safety. It’s a timely, thought-provoking tale of friendship, trust, and hope.
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781838661595 |
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| ISBN-10: | 183866159X |
| Author: | Tomi Ungerer |
| Publisher: | Phaidon Press Ltd |
| Imprint: | Phaidon Press Ltd |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 48 |
| Release Date: | 8 September 2020 |
| Weight: | 424g |
| Dimensions: | 201mm x 288mm x 9mm |
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Critics Review
“This posthumous work by iconoclastic picture-book creator Ungerer is austere and puzzling, yet ultimately hopeful… This disorientating tale references several well-worn stories of adventure, exodus, and environmental turmoil; however, its greatest strength is found in its heroes’ resilience against all odds.” —Nonstop
“A dark vision with optimistic, even puckish, strains burnishes a unique legacy.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Share this with older picture book readers or in story hours for vivid discussions of what life is, and what is our purpose. A must purchase, though cryptic, for its sobering affirmations of life despite crisis will reassure all ages.” —School Library Journal, Starred Review
“This posthumously published book by Phaidon delivers messages of resilience, trust and friendship that are acutely tied to our lives today.” —Design Week
“This posthumous work by iconoclastic picture-book creator Ungerer is austere and puzzling, yet ultimately hopeful…. This disorientating tale references several well-worn stories of adventure, exodus, and environmental turmoil; however, its greatest strength is found in its heroes’ resilience against all odds.“—Horn Book Magazine
“Share this with older picture book readers or in story hours for vivid discussions of what life is, and what is our purpose. A must purchase, though cryptic, for its sobering affirmations of life despite crisis will reassure all ages.“—School Library Journal
“This posthumous work by iconoclastic picture-book creator Ungerer is austere and puzzling, yet ultimately hopeful…. This disorientating tale references several well-worn stories of adventure, exodus, and environmental turmoil; however, its greatest strength is found in its heroes’ resilience against all odds.“—Horn Book Magazine
“Share this with older picture book readers or in story hours for vivid discussions of what life is, and what is our purpose. A must purchase, though cryptic, for its sobering affirmations of life despite crisis will reassure all ages.“—School Library Journal
“There’s huge poignancy in Ungerer’s brooding, surreal imagery.“—The Financial Times
About The Author
Tomi Ungerer
Tomi Ungerer was an author and illustrator with more than 140 books to his name. Winner of the Hans Christian Andersen award, his work is exhibited globally, with a museum entirely dedicated to his work in Strasbourg, France.
His bestselling book, The Three Robbers, has sold over 2.5 million copies worldwide.
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