Signed copy of this haunting tale told by a Taino boy who tries to warn his people of the dangers posed by the strange white visitors.
Fine in near fine dust jacket.
Price: $25.00
Jane Yolen is a literary all-rounder. From Nebula-winning SF short stories to historical fiction to cookbooks to poetry, Yolen has found success and accolades. Picture books are no exception: among her numerous works in the genre are two Caldecott Medal winners, beautiful collaborations with some of the most pre-eminent illustrators, and beloved bedtime story staples. In 2021, at age 83, she published her 400th book, and showed no signs of slowing down – "[m]y eye is on 500!" she gleefully reported, discussing her ongoing projects (Scalzi).
David Shannon is a master of many styles: delightfully frenetic illustrations that reflect the occasionally chaotic aspects of childhood, charming mid-century aesthetics that add bounce to his books, more realistic art that emphasizes the unusual occurrences of his stories. Before entering the world of picture books, his pictures graced the editorial pages of periodicals including ROLLING STONE, NEWSWEEK, and THE NEW YORK TIMES. His children's books have earned numerous accolades, including a Caldecott Honor.
Read more: John Scalzi, "Jane Yolen on 400 Books," Whatever Blog.
Later edition. San Diego, New York, London: Harcourt Brace, (1992). 11'' x 9''. Original cloth-backed boards. Original unclipped ($16.00) color pictorial dust jacket. Illustrated in color. [32] pages. Signed by Shannon to title page. Jacket with a bit of sunning to spine. Sharp and bright.
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