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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1995
Clown
Written & illustrated by Quentin Blake
Discarded Clown seeks a new home, facing challenges and finding unexpected companionship.
4.0/5 Goodreads · 605 ratings
32 pages
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Bookroo's summary
Thrown away and forgotten, Clown embarks on a journey through the city, determined to find a home for himself and his toy friends. Despite being ignored, he discovers an unexpected bond with someone who needs him just as much. Together, they create a new family, transforming their lives. Will Clown's resilience and kindness lead to a happy ending for all? This wordless tale unfolds with vibrant illustrations, inviting readers to explore themes of friendship and belonging.
From the publisher
One day, Clown is thrown into the trash, but he doesn’t stay there long.
He tries to find someone to take care of his friends, but no one listens.
Then Clown finds someone he can take care of, and together, they make a home for everyone.
Follow the fortunes of Clown– who starts in a garbage can and ends up in a happy family– in this perfectly pitched picture book.
Master illustrator Quentin Blake has created an irrepressible character, an action-filled plot, and an eloquent story that can be read on several levels– all without the use of a single word.
Best Illustrated Book of 1996, New York Times Book Review
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At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Reading age
- 5–8
- Audience
- Picture
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The fine print
Book details
Publication
- Published
- March 15, 1996
- First published
- January 1, 1995
- Publisher
- Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780805043990
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