My Shadow
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Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 1885 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

My Shadow

By Robert Louis Stevenson, Glenna Lang (Illustrator)

A child journeys through a dreamscape with a mysterious shadow companion.

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32 pages· 187 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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A young girl embarks on a whimsical journey through a dreamlike nightscape, accompanied by her enigmatic shadow. As they explore, the shadow's purpose remains a mystery, inviting readers to ponder its role. Glenna Lang's captivating illustrations breathe new life into Robert Louis Stevenson's beloved poem, 'My Shadow,' creating a rich, atmospheric experience. This enchanting edition offers a fresh way to enjoy a timeless bedtime favorite, sparking imagination and wonder in readers of all ages. What secrets does the shadow hold in this magical adventure?

From the publisher

The poems in Robert Louis Stevenson’s A Child’s Garden of Verses have been popular ever since the book’s first appearance more than one hundred years ago, and none more so than “My Shadow,” a traditional favorite for reading aloud.

Glenna Lang has created a visual narrative depicting a young girl’s travels through a dream nighstcape with her shadow companion. Beautifully true to the sense and spirit of Stevenson’s work, the illustrations add their own grace and rich atmosphere to Stevenson’s popular poem. This edition of My Shadow is a wonderful way to enjoy an old favorite bedtime poem with the youngest child.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
187
Reading age
6–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about shadowsBooks about Scottish cultureBooks about daily lifeBooks about imaginationBooks about childhood
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Book details

Publication
Published
November 1, 2007
First published
January 1, 1885
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780879237882

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