Hosie's Aviary
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Rating | : | 4.24 (822 Votes) |
Asin | : | 0670379654 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 325 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2013-09-19 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Text and pictures portray a variety of birds.
Inspirational watercolors of 22 birds by a well known artist, combined with charming poetry by his children. For bird lovers, fans of inspiring art and children's poetry written by children, Hosie's aviary is a super option. The title page of a robin and the other 21 illustrations are breathtaking -watercolor and pen. This is Baskins' first illustrated book for children and a Caldecott Honor Book.. "gem of a book" according to Wendy. Baskin is a favorite artist of mine - especially his drawings of animals and plants - and this book captures his whimsy and sophistication. The poems by his children are a great bonus.. "I don't like it, and I surely don't recommend it." according to gayle a.. Two Stars means I don't like it. I'm keeping it, in case an idiot comes over and needs something to do with his hands.