Instructions

By Neil Gaiman, Charles Vess (Illustrator)

A traveler navigates enchanted woods, facing challenges to find the way home.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

A novice traveler embarks on a journey through enchanted woods, encountering lush gardens, a daunting castle, and a treacherous river. Guided by a lyrical poem, they must summon courage, wit, and wisdom to find their way home. Along the way, mythical creatures and clever princesses offer both challenges and guidance. Will they discover the magic and wonder needed to succeed? This tale, brought to life with vivid illustrations, is a reminder of the power of bravery and intelligence in the face of the unknown.

"The red metal imp hangs from the green-painted front door, as a knocker, do not touch it; it will bite your fingers."

— from the book

From the publisher

“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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