Name: just a dream
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Author: Chris van Allsburg
ISBN: 9780547520261

Type

Physical Book

Author

Chris van Allsburg

Publisher

Houghton Mifflin

Year

2011

Language

English

Pages

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

28.5 x 18.9 x 0.6 cm

Weight

0.23 kg.

ISBN13

9780547520261

Synopsis "just a dream"

In this picture book classic, travel with young Walter on a fantastical adventure as he journeys--by way of his bed--into a polluted dreamscape world that wakes him up to our collective and individual environmental responsibility.Walter does not appreciate the beauty of nature, or understand his role in keeping the planet healthy . . . until a fantastic journey shows him the tragic fate that could befall Earth if humans like him are not more careful.Chris Van Allsburg (The Polar Express) pairs pitch-perfect narrative with his full-color pastel illustrations, rendering this picture book a story that has stood the test of time."Two-time Caldecott Medalist Van Allsburg reaches a new pinnacle of excellence in both illustration and storytelling in his latest work." (Publishers Weekly)

Chris van Allsburg

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Chris Van Allsburg is a renowned American author and illustrator, born on June 18, 1949 in East Grand Rapids, Michigan. He studied sculpture at the University of Michigan and earned a Master of Fine Arts at the Rhode Island School of Design. Although he began his career as a sculptor, he soon turned to illustration and children's literature, where he achieved great success.

His artistic style is distinctive for its use of chiaroscuro and perspective, giving his illustrations a mysterious and magical air. His first book, The Garden of Abdul Gasazi (1979), was a finalist for the Caldecott Medal. He later won this prestigious award twice: in 1982 for Jumanji and in 1986 for The Polar Express. Both works were adapted into films, increasing his global fame.

Van Allsburg's stories often blend the everyday with the fantastic, inviting readers to use their imagination. Throughout his career, he has created more than 20 books, leaving a lasting legacy in children's literature. In addition to writing and illustrating, he has worked as an executive producer on film adaptations of his books. He lives in Rhode Island with his wife.

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