Book
Under the blanket sky / written and illustrated by Tim Fischer.
"A young boy is visited by a mysterious owl, who spends a long summer as his cherished companion before having to leave when the seasons change"-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780593645918 (hardcover)
- Physical Description: 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 24 x 28 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York : Doubleday Books for Young Readers, [2023]
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| Subject: | Human-animal relationships > Juvenile fiction. Owls > Juvenile fiction. Friendship > Juvenile fiction. |
| Genre: | Picture books. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cookstown Branch | GRO JP Fisch | 31681030023550 | PICTURE | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
During one magical and memorable summer, a lonely young boy and a mysterious owl become unlikely friends and have many playful adventures together until itâs time for the owl to continue its journey onward, leaving the boy changed forever. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations. - Random House, Inc.
An extraordinary debut picture book about a boy and his unusual friendâa majestic owlâand a long yet fleeting summer that changes them forever.
In the spirit of The Velveteen Rabbit and Robert Frostâs poem âNothing Gold Can Stay,â here is a heartfelt and luminously illustrated story about friendship and eternal love.
A lonely young boy is visited by a mysterious owl one sunny morning, forming an instant bond and a sense of belonging. What follows is a memorable summer full of playful adventures and shared, quiet joy. But when the owl must eventually continue his journey onward, the boy and the reader are left to reflect on the bittersweet nature of the passing of time, ultimately finding comfort in the remembrance of those who have passed through our lives and changed us forever.
This stunning and unique bookâwhich feels instantly both new and classicâis sure to spark beautiful conversations as families share it together. It embraces the inevitability of having to say goodbye and celebrates the stillness of ordinary places and the shimmering beauty that can be found there should we take the time to wait and listen.
