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- Book Title
- Cress Watercress
- Publication Name
- Cress Watercress
- Title
- Cress Watercress
- Illustrator
- David Litchfield
- Contributor
- David Litchfield (Illustrated by)
- Format
- Hardcover
- ISBN-10
- 1536211001
- EAN
- 9781536211009
- ISBN
- 9781536211009
- Publisher
- Candlewick Press
- Genre
- Juvenile Fiction
- Topic
- Fantasy & Magic, Animals / Rabbits, Family / General (See Also Headings under Social Themes)
- Release Year
- 2022
- Release Date
- 29/03/2022
- Language
- English
- Country/Region of Manufacture
- US
- Item Height
- 0.9in
- Item Length
- 9.2in
- Item Width
- 6.4in
- Item Weight
- 22.4 Oz
- Intended Audience
- Ages 2-3, Ages 9-12, Ages 4-8, Under 2 Years
- Publication Year
- 2022
- Number of Pages
- 224 Pages
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A lavishly illustrated woodland tale with a classic sensibility and modern flair--from the fertile imagination behind Wicked Gregory Maguire turns his trademark wit and wisdom to an animal adventure about growing up, moving on, and finding community. When Papa doesn't return from a nocturnal honey-gathering expedition, Cress holds out hope, but her mother assumes the worst. It's a dangerous world for rabbits, after all. Mama moves what's left of the Watercress family to the basement unit of the Broken Arms, a run-down apartment oak with a suspect owl landlord, a nosy mouse super, a rowdy family of squirrels, and a pair of songbirds who broadcast everyone's business. Can a dead tree full of annoying neighbors, and no Papa, ever be home ? In the timeless spirit of E. B. White and The Wind and the Willows-- yet thoroughly of its time--this read-aloud and read-alone gem for animal lovers of all ages features an unforgettable cast that leaps off the page in glowing illustrations by David Litchfield. This tender meditation on coming-of-age invites us to flourish wherever we find ourselves.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Candlewick Press
ISBN-10
1536211001
ISBN-13
9781536211009
eBay Product ID (ePID)
25050372578
Product Key Features
Book Title
Cress Watercress
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Fantasy & Magic, Animals / Rabbits, Family / General (See Also Headings under Social Themes)
Intended Audience
Ages 2-3, Ages 9-12, Ages 4-8, Under 2 Years
Publication Year
2022
Genre
Juvenile Fiction
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
9.2in
Item Height
0.9in
Item Width
6.4in
Item Weight
22.4 Oz
Additional Product Features
Grade from
Third Grade
Grade to
Seventh Grade
Reviews
David Litchfield's luminous illustrations beautifully flesh out these characters. . . Maguire's descriptions of [Cress's] dark moods, bursts of anger and fear that she will end up like her father are piercing and sensitively written. . . . the story strikes a resonant chord: Like Cress, we must all continue to seek pleasure and connections in a dangerous and uncertain world. --The New York Times Book Review Maguire's narrative offers wry puns, rich vocabulary, and entertaining dialogue, and Litchfield's glowing, slightly stylized, full-color illustrations present an enchanting, magical peek into this woodland world. . . . Warmhearted and utterly charming. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) In this richly imagined woodland adventure, a grieving rabbit family--Mama, Cress, and baby Kip (with stuffed carrot "Rotty" always in tow)--must leave their comfortable warren to start over without their lost Papa. . . . Dark and shimmery full-color digital illustrations build on the text's singular atmosphere. . . . With its brisk plot, witty details, and thought-provoking concepts, this gloriously illustrated chapter book makes an ideal family read-aloud. --The Horn Book (starred review) A hungry fox, a sneaky snake, a blundering bear, and "human beanpoles" add drama and suspense to Cress' mini adventures, which are luminously depicted in Litchfield's color illustrations. . . this novel of family and friendship will please fans of animal fantasies. --Booklist A surreal episodic narrative. . . . Maguire channels multiple children's literary golden ages, with allusions to Beatrix Potter and Kenneth Grahame alongside nonsense notes of Norton Juster and Russell Hoban. Theatrical situations abound. . . . Suitable for sharing and reading aloud, this exuberant tale revels in the performative and the flavor of language. --Publishers Weekly (starred review) This coming-of-age story with a female rabbit as the main character will appeal to readers who enjoy gentle adventure stories with an emphasis on character development. . . . Themes of family, friends, relationships, and independence abound in this novel. --School Library Connection David Litchfield's illustrations (see right) have such bright, glowing colors that even the nocturnal scenes seem bathed in light. --The Wall Street Journal Charming. . . There's plenty to chew on here, with Cress' story never preachy but sure to resonate in all kinds of ways with young readers. David Litchfield's illustrations -- many full-page -- glow with the colors of the forest and the faces of its critters. --The Star Tribune Who knew that rabbits and squirrels had so much to teach us about both the hard and tender times of life? Gregory Maguire, that's who. Cress Watercress is a clear-eyed lesson in picking up and moving forward, living with unanswered questions, and making new friends. I will recommend this beautifully written (and perfectly illustrated!) book to everyone. --Ann Patchett, New York Times best-selling author of The Dutch House, Maguire's narrative offers wry puns, rich vocabulary, and entertaining dialogue, and Litchfield's glowing, slightly stylized, full-color illustrations present an enchanting, magical peek into this woodland world. . . . Warmhearted and utterly charming. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Who knew that rabbits and squirrels had so much to teach us about both the hard and tender times of life? Gregory Maguire, that's who. Cress Watercress is a clear-eyed lesson in picking up and moving forward, living with unanswered questions, and making new friends. I will recommend this beautifully written (and perfectly illustrated!) book to everyone. --Ann Patchett, New York Times best-selling author of The Dutch House, David Litchfield's luminous illustrations beautifully flesh out these characters. . . Maguire's descriptions of [Cress's] dark moods, bursts of anger and fear that she will end up like her father are piercing and sensitively written. . . . the story strikes a resonant chord: Like Cress, we must all continue to seek pleasure and connections in a dangerous and uncertain world. --The New York Times Book Review Maguire's narrative offers wry puns, rich vocabulary, and entertaining dialogue, and Litchfield's glowing, slightly stylized, full-color illustrations present an enchanting, magical peek into this woodland world. . . . Warmhearted and utterly charming. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) In this richly imagined woodland adventure, a grieving rabbit family--Mama, Cress, and baby Kip (with stuffed carrot "Rotty" always in tow)--must leave their comfortable warren to start over without their lost Papa. . . . Dark and shimmery full-color digital illustrations build on the text's singular atmosphere. . . . With its brisk plot, witty details, and thought-provoking concepts, this gloriously illustrated chapter book makes an ideal family read-aloud. --The Horn Book (starred review) A hungry fox, a sneaky snake, a blundering bear, and "human beanpoles" add drama and suspense to Cress' mini adventures, which are luminously depicted in Litchfield's color illustrations. . . this novel of family and friendship will please fans of animal fantasies. --Booklist A surreal episodic narrative. . . . Maguire channels multiple children's literary golden ages, with allusions to Beatrix Potter and Kenneth Grahame alongside nonsense notes of Norton Juster and Russell Hoban. Theatrical situations abound. . . . Suitable for sharing and reading aloud, this exuberant tale revels in the performative and the flavor of language. --Publishers Weekly (starred review) This coming-of-age story with a female rabbit as the main character will appeal to readers who enjoy gentle adventure stories with an emphasis on character development. . . . Themes of family, friends, relationships, and independence abound in this novel. --School Library Connection David Litchfield's illustrations (see right) have such bright, glowing colors that even the nocturnal scenes seem bathed in light. --The Wall Street Journal 'Wicked' creator Gregory Maguire offers a marvelously eccentric cast of animal characters and vivid poetry celebrating the wonders of the natural world in this beautifully written coming-of-age tale of a young rabbit. . . The glorious full-color illustrations, with the dramatic use of light reminiscent of the best movie animated classics, are by English artist David Litchfield. --The Buffalo News Charming. . . There's plenty to chew on here, with Cress' story never preachy but sure to resonate in all kinds of ways with young readers. David Litchfield's illustrations -- many full-page -- glow with the colors of the forest and the faces of its critters. --The Star Tribune The book is rife with similes and metaphors, and the chapters are short, which makes it a wonderful read-aloud. It is a tale of moving on, while remembering the past. --The Denton-Record Chronicle Who knew that rabbits and squirrels had so much to teach us about both the hard and tender times of life? Gregory Maguire, that's who. Cress Watercress is a clear-eyed lesson in picking up and moving forward, living with unanswered questions, and making new friends. I will recommend this beautifully written (and perfectly illustrated!) book to everyone. --Ann Patchett, New York Times best-selling author of The Dutch House, Maguire's narrative offers wry puns, rich vocabulary, and entertaining dialogue, and Litchfield's glowing, slightly stylized, full-color illustrations present an enchanting, magical peek into this woodland world. . . . Warmhearted and utterly charming. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) In this richly imagined woodland adventure, a grieving rabbit family--Mama, Cress, and baby Kip (with stuffed carrot "Rotty" always in tow)--must leave their comfortable warren to start over without their lost Papa. . . . Dark and shimmery full-color digital illustrations build on the text's singular atmosphere. . . . With its brisk plot, witty details, and thought-provoking concepts, this gloriously illustrated chapter book makes an ideal family read-aloud. --The Horn Book (starred review) A hungry fox, a sneaky snake, a blundering bear, and "human beanpoles" add drama and suspense to Cress' mini adventures, which are luminously depicted in Litchfield's color illustrations. . . this novel of family and friendship will please fans of animal fantasies. --Booklist A surreal episodic narrative. . . . Maguire channels multiple children's literary golden ages, with allusions to Beatrix Potter and Kenneth Grahame alongside nonsense notes of Norton Juster and Russell Hoban. Theatrical situations abound. . . . Suitable for sharing and reading aloud, this exuberant tale revels in the performative and the flavor of language. --Publishers Weekly (starred review) This coming-of-age story with a female rabbit as the main character will appeal to readers who enjoy gentle adventure stories with an emphasis on character development. . . . Themes of family, friends, relationships, and independence abound in this novel. --School Library Connection Who knew that rabbits and squirrels had so much to teach us about both the hard and tender times of life? Gregory Maguire, that's who. Cress Watercress is a clear-eyed lesson in picking up and moving forward, living with unanswered questions, and making new friends. I will recommend this beautifully written (and perfectly illustrated!) book to everyone. --Ann Patchett, New York Times best-selling author of The Dutch House, "Who knew that rabbits and squirrels had so much to teach us about both the hard and tender times of life? Gregory Maguire, that's who. Cress Watercress is a clear-eyed lesson in picking up and moving forward, living with unanswered questions, and making new friends. I will recommend this beautifully written (and perfectly illustrated!) book to everyone." --Ann Patchett, New York Times best-selling author of The Dutch House, Who knew that rabbits and squirrels had so much to teach us about both the hard and tender times of life? Gregory Maguire, that's who. Cress Watercress is a clear-eyed lesson in picking up and moving forward, living with unanswered questions, and making new friends. I will recommend this beautifully written (and perfectly illustrated!) book to everyone. --Ann Patchett, New York Times best-selling author of The Dutch House
Illustrated by
Litchfield, David
Target Audience
Juvenile Audience
Dewey Decimal
813.6
Dewey Edition
23
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