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Highlights
- "No one renders primates with more faithful detail or surreal humanity than Browne.
- 3-7 Years
- 10.5" x 9.1" Paperback
- 32 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Animals
Description
About the Book
A gorilla who seems to have everything he needs one day shows in sign language that he is lonely and would like to have a friend. So his keeper brings him a cat. Soon the gorilla and the cat become good friends. Full color.Book Synopsis
"No one renders primates with more faithful detail or surreal humanity than Browne." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A USBBY Outstanding International BookAn Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award Winner
Three starred reviews (Booklist, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal) Once there was a very special gorilla who had almost everything he needed. There was only one thing he didn't have: a friend. With no other gorillas at the zoo, the keepers try something new. Will the gigantic ape strike a bond with another sort of creature, one as tiny and innocent as a kitten? Sparked by the story of a real gorilla who learned to sign, Little Beauty is a celebration of a most surprising friendship.
Review Quotes
The illustrations express clear emotion in this perfect read for young children about friendship.
--Columbus Dispatch Extraordinary pencil and watercolor illustrations brilliantly depict the emotions of a lonely gorilla.
--Library Media Connection No one renders primates with more faithful detail or surreal humanity than Browne.
--Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Exquisitely detailed art that blends magic and realism.
--Booklist A sweet quirky story of a deep and unlikely friendship enhanced by emotionally evocative art.
--San Francisco Chronicle Luscious, creamy pages provide contrast for the large, well-spaced font and the dark furry figure... Children will chuckle as they view the pair doing everything together ...Browne's exquisite interpretation of a real life gorilla is a welcome progression.
--School Library Journal (starred review)
About the Author
Anthony Browne, a Hans Christian Andersen Medalist, is the author-illustrator of many acclaimed books for children, including SILLY BILLY. He lives in Kent, England.Dimensions (Overall): 10.5 Inches (H) x 9.1 Inches (W) x .2 Inches (D)
Weight: .45 Pounds
Suggested Age: 3-7 Years
Number of Pages: 32
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Animals
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Theme: Apes, Monkeys, etc.
Format: Paperback
Author: Anthony Browne
Language: English
Street Date: August 24, 2010
TCIN: 88896465
UPC: 9780763649678
Item Number (DPCI): 247-54-0634
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 0.45 pounds
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