Instructions
Instructions

Instructions

Written by Neil Gaiman & illustrated by Charles Vess
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4 - 8
Reading age
40
Page count
Apr 21, 2015
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“A perfect reminder to always be on the lookout for magic and wonder. Sometimes, we need those two things the most” (Brightly.com, citing “Books That Teach Kids What It Means to Be a Kind Person”). In this breathtaking picture book, now in paper-over-board format, Neil Gaiman’s lyrical poem guides a novice traveler through the enchanted woods of a fairy tale—through lush gardens, a formidable castle, and over a perilous river—to find the way home again. Illustrated in full color by Charles Vess, Instructions features lush images of mythical creatures, magical landscapes, and canny princesses. Its message of the value of courage, wit, and wisdom makes it a perfect gift.

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    The Creatives Behind the Book

      Author
      Neil Gaiman

      Dave McKean is best known for his work on Neil Gaiman’s Sandman series of graphic novels and for his CD covers for musicians from Tori Amos to Alice Cooper. He also illustrated Neil Gaiman’s picture books The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish, The Wolves in the Walls, and Crazy Hair. He is a cult figure in the comic book world, and is also a photographer.

      Illustrator
      Charles Vess

      Charles Vess’s work has graced the pages of numerous publications and has been exhibited internationally. Some of his other books include Blueberry Girl by Neil Gaiman, a circle of cats and Seven Wild Sisters with Charles de Lint, a new edition of Peter Pan, and The Ladies of Grace Adieu with Susanna Clarke. His awards include a Mythopoeic, Ink Pot, two Chesley, two World Fantasy, and two Eisner awards.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780061960321
    Publication Date
    April 21, 2015
    Publisher
    HarperCollins US
    Page Count
    40
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    4 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2009031211
    WorldCat Number (OCLC)
    885225161

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