Hector Protector and As I Went Over the Water

Written & illustrated by Maurice Sendak

Two classic rhymes come alive with unexpected twists and mischievous adventures.

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64 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into a world where classic Mother Goose rhymes burst with life and imagination. Follow Hector Protector and a daring seafarer as they navigate unexpected twists and mischievous adventures. Maurice Sendak's vivid illustrations transform these timeless tales, adding depth and whimsy. Will Hector's boldness lead to triumph or trouble? Can the seafarer conquer the unknown waters? Discover the playful spirit and daring escapades that await in this enchanting picture book, where every page invites young readers to explore the limitless bounds of imagination.

From the publisher

Maurice Sendak has interpreted these old’ Mother Goose rhymes in animated sequences that have the aliveness and immediacy of a child’s own imaginings.

There is little in these verses to suggest the settings, the characterizations, the unforeseen twists and turns of Mr. Sendak’s fantastical picture-stories. They extend the boundaries of the short rhymes and add surprising dimension.

The many admirers of Where the Wild Things Are and The Nutshell Library will recognize in Hector Protector and the seafarer of As I Went Over the Water the same pugnaciousness, love of mischief, and derring-do that characterize Max and Pierre. And they will agree that Mr. Sendak has created a true picture book of astounding originality.

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