Grandpa's Boat
Michael Catchpool author Sophy Williams illustrator
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Andersen Press Ltd
Published:5th Jun '08
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A powerful story that tackles death in a positive way, stunningly illustrated by an award-winning artist.
Since Grandpa's death, his family have left his boat, The Periwinkle, untouched and unused. But one day they decide to repair the boat in memory of Grandpa, and find that it is better to remember than to forget.Since Grandpa's death, his family have left his boat, The Periwinkle, untouched and unused. But one day they decide to repair the boat in memory of Grandpa, and find that it is better to remember than to forget.
"The text has a dream-like quality, as do the stunning pastel illustrations with soft edges and jewel-like colours. A quality book that will provide comfort and reassurance." * Books for Keeps *
"Sensitively written and beautifully drawn" * The Bookseller *
"SPRING HIGHLIGHT: A beautifully told story that explores how a family come to terms with the death of a Grandpa." * The Bookseller *
"The touching words and the softly realistic pastel illustrations bring warmth, light and colour to a very positive treatment of bereavement." * Children's Bookseller *
"Williams' realistic pastel pictures are beautifully rendered with soft edges and brilliant, intense hues (with) a warm, light-filled quality." * Publisher's Weekly *
ISBN: 9781842706909
Dimensions: 278mm x 243mm x 9mm
Weight: 353g
32 pages