Festive Gift Books
Following the Moon
THE NEW HEARTFELT TALE FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR & ILLUSTRATOR OF BIG PANDA AND TINY DRAGON. Read the beautifully illustrated tale of a wise and aged wolf who takes a young, lost pup on an unforgettable journey.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------“There are times when we have done everything we can do. Then we must learn to step back and allow the universe to play out in all its unfathomable wonder…”Deep in the silent mountains wanders Amaya, a lost pup searching for her parents after a terrible snowstorm which, for the first time in her life, leaves her alone. Until she meets a wise and aged wolf who, having saved her life, becomes her guide on an unforgettable adventure to follow the moon. As they make their way through day and night across a wintery landscape, together they both learn profound lessons about love, sacrifice, life, loss and ultimately change. James’s books and illustrations have inspired millions around the world, touching deep spiritual chords with readers. In this, his fourth book, he takes readers, old and new, on a quest that will stay with them forever.--------------------------------------------------------------------------PRAISE FOR JAMES NORBURY'James has a way to speak to your soul' VEX KING'While the drawings have the charm of Winnie-the-Pooh, the captions have the depth of ancient proverbs' GUARDIAN'A beautifully illustrated book which draws on tender moments. Exquisite' DR RANGAN CHATTERJEE
R 510.00
Into the Uncut Grass
What will we find in the uncut grass? It depends on what we’re looking for. From Trevor Noah, the author of the #1 bestselling memoir Born a Crime, comes a gorgeously illustrated fable in the tradition of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse about a young child’s journey into the world beyond the shadow of home, a magical landscape where he discovers the secrets of solidarity, connection, and finding peace with the people we love. Infused with Trevor’s signature wit and imagination, in collaboration with visionary artist Sabina Hahn, it's a tale for readers of all ages – to be read aloud or read alone.
R 409.00
The Little Prince Pop-up Book
Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's tender and magical classic fable, adapted as a brand-new pop-up book! Please – draw me a sheep. I blinked. The voice belonged to a charming little prince. The characters of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's classic tale have captured the hearts of generations of readers. Meet the pilot stranded in the desert. Meet the Little Prince who tends his beautiful rose on a planet of his own. Follow him as he embarks on a strange and wonderful journey to puzzling new planets and finally to Earth, where he discovers the nature of love. Now with enchanting pop-ups that bring iconic scenes to life! ‘Will enchant little ones’ – The Times ‘Brilliant and beautiful’ – The Scotsman Adapted by award-winning poet Louise Greig, author of the Greenaway-medal-nominated Sweep and The Night Box, with enchanting new artwork from the critically acclaimed illustrator of The Velveteen Rabbit and Star in the Jar.
R 605.00