A few days later, I dreamed that the rabbit was face-down on the ocean floor - lost, and waiting to be found. I brought him home, placed him on a chair in my living room, and promptly forgot about him. She says, "One Christmas, I received an elegantly dressed toy rabbit as a gift. KATE DICAMILLO is the author of THE TALE of DESPEREAUX which received the Newbery Medal BECAUSE of WINN-DIXIE, which received a Newbery Honor THE TIGER RISING, which was named a National Book Award Finalist and, most recently, the MERCY WATSON stories. The sad yet hopeful story of a selfish china rabbit that learns to love is beautifully written, and the sepia-toned gouache illustrations make this book one to treasure for many years. Ibatoulline outdoes himself - Yet even standing alone, the story soars because of DiCamillo’s lyrical use of language and universal yearnings. Hang onto this title as one to remember for graduation gifts. The miracle of Edward Tulane’s journey is the miracle of learning to love.Įxemplifies the art of bookmaking as well as excellence in storytelling and illustration.Ī remarkable, eloquent and genuinely moving story. Scripps-Howard News Service, Best Children’s Books roundup The powerful storytelling of bestselling author DiCamillo paired with Ibatoulline’s luminous paintings, will leave no reader - child or adult - unmoved.īeautifully designed, with plenty of old fashioned illustrations.Ī riveting tale, by turns sad and joyous. Lovingly told, DiCamillo's affection for her characters shines through and overtakes you and by the book's end, readers will care deeply. Fans of Because of Winn-Dixie and The Tale of Despereaux will not be disappointed.This tale has 'destined to be classic' written all over it, and it lives up to its great promise.Ī rare and beautiful book that remains in the soul.Įlegantly designed, with delicate, full-color plate paintings by Bagram Ibatoulline, it has the look of a classic. This choice is destined to become a classic.ĭiCamillo’s book is as much a literary miracle as Edward’s transformation.ĭiCamillo’s newest offering is full of lovely, stately language, a riveting plot and a message that is heartwarming without being preachy. With traditional illustrations and text that begs to be read aloud, The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane will quickly take a place of honor on every child's bookshelf, undoubtedly and deservedly.ĭiCamillo. In the tradition of poignant, beloved children's classics like Don Freeman's Corduroy and Anna Sewell's Black Beauty comes best-selling, Newbery Medal-winning author Kate DiCamillo's utterly charming creation The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane. When Edward's journey ends, the reader will be wishing this story could go on and on. tale by one of today's most admired writers for children.ĭiCamillo has carved out a distinct place as one of her generation's most beloved writers. The Bulletin of the Center for Children's BooksĭiCamillo writes tenderly and lyrically but with restraint, keeping a tight focus on Edward’s experience and gradual awakening.īagram Ibatoulline's exquisite illustrations cast a warm light across this. The delicate sepia images that head each chapter and the full-color illustrations augment the emotional tenor of the book. Publishers Weekly, boxed signature review But as delightful as it is, it can't match the exquisite language, inventive plot twists, and memorable characters of DiCamillo's tale. There will be inevitable comparison of Edward Tulane to The Velveteen Rabbit, and Margery Williams's classic story can still charm after 83 years. Once again, DiCamillo harkens back to an older storytelling style, filled with magic and the transformational power of love. The story soars because of DiCamillo's lyrical use of language and her understanding of universal yearnings. This achingly beautiful story shows a true master of writing at her very best. I think I will go read it again right now. One reading is hardly enough to savor the rich philosophical nuances of DiCamillo’s story. Just because it’s intended for a younger audience doesn’t mean there isn’t something worthwhile in there for us all.
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