The Storm Whale by Benji Davies (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Storm Whale by Benji Davies Synopsis coming soon....... FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Noi and his father live in a house by the sea, his father works hard as a fisherman and Noi often has only their six cats for company. So when, one day, he finds a baby whale washed up on the beach after a storm, Noi is excited and takes it home to care for it. He tries to keep his new friend a secret, but but theres only so long you can keep a whale in the bath without your dad finding out. Noi is eventually persuaded that the whale has to go back to the sea where it belongs. For Noi, even though he cant keep it, the arrival of the whale changes his life for the better - the perfect gift from one friend to another. Notes A simply told, but emotionally-driven story about loving and letting go from a major picture book talent. With themes of love, friendship and loneliness. Ages: 3+ Author Biography Benji Davies was born and raised in Peterborough. After studying Animation at university, a thirst for pastures new led to London, where he now resides, drawing pictures (and sometimes make them move!). His books - including the much-loved The Storm Whale and Grandads Island are international bestsellers, and have been translated into over 35 different languages. Review "A future classic and a must have for the discerning picture book fan." * The Booksniffer *"The Storm Whale is an evocative portrayal of a childs need for friendship, told through the sparest of text and imagery in this beautiful picture book." * The ReadingZone *"The Storm Whale is one of those rare picture books that evokes loneliness with such fragility, and that conveys such feeling and beauty that it cannot fail to move its readers… an absolute gem, do not miss out." * Library Mice *"I have to admit that I was fighting back tears by the end. Its just so incredibly sweet and really pulls the heart strings!" * Being Mrs C *"Charming and engaging this book gives lots of scope for child to adult discussion about feeling lonely and saying goodbye to something loved." * Love All Blogs *"Poignant, sensitive and understated […] this is a not to be missed tale where the narrative thrust and emotional span transcends the simplicity of its words." * Droplets of Ink * Prizes Winner of Evening Standard Oscars First Book Prize 2014 Review Quote "A future classic and a must have for the discerning picture book fan." Details ISBN1471115682 Author Benji Davies Year 2013 ISBN-10 1471115682 ISBN-13 9781471115684 Media Book Pages 32 Publisher Simon & Schuster Ltd Imprint Simon & Schuster Childrens Books Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.92 Audience Age 3 Publication Date 2013-08-15 Format Paperback Series Storm Whale Language English UK Release Date 2013-08-15 NZ Release Date 2013-08-15 Illustrations Full colour AU Release Date 2017-07-02 Alternative 9781398523241 Audience Preschool (0-5) We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:76519481;

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