The Dam by David Almond

The Dam by David Almond

A lyrical, captivating and beautiful picture book by Carnegie Medal-winner David Almond, illustrated by Kate Greenaway Medal-winner Levi Pinfold.

When a great dam was built by the Kielder Water in Northumberland, the valley below slowly filled with water. But just before this, when the villagers had been moved out, two musicians went back to the abandoned valley. They tore down the boards over the houses, stepped inside and started to play – for this would be the last time that music would be heard in this place. In this astonishing picture book that combines themes of loss, hope and music David Almond pays homage to all musicians, showing the ancient and unstoppable power of creativity.

“Both brooding and enchanting…” * The Financial Times *
“It can be read to your child in five minutes, but it’s likely to leave them pondering for days” * The Big Issue *
“Mesmerising. Classic Almond territory" * Angels and Urchins *
“A book to pore over and return to again and again.” * Carousel Christmas Guide 2018 *
“The artwork is remarkable - each page full of atmosphere and deep emotion. A triumph.” * The Irish Independent *

David Almond OBE is the acclaimed author of many award-winning novels for children such as Skellig, Kit's Wilderness and My Name Is Mina, and has collaborated with artists such as Polly Dunbar, Dave McKean, Alex T. Smith and Oliver Jeffers on fiction for younger readers. David's books sell all over the world, and in 2011 he was the recipient of the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Award. David lives in Northumberland; for more info visit www.davidalmond.com Levi Pinfold studied illustration at the University College Falmouth where he developed his distinctive stylised realism. Since graduating in 2006 he has become well known for his detailed paintings and charming storytelling style. He likes to paint a lot of detail using watercolours, gouache and egg tempera. His debut picture book, The Django, based on the story of legendary jazz musician Django Reinhardt was inspired by Levi's love of music and it was shortlisted for the English 4-11 Best Children's Illustrated Book Award in 2011. He was voted Best Emerging Illustrator in the Early Years Awards in 2010 and won the Booktrust Best New Illustrators Award 2011. Levi's second book, Black Dog, has won The Coventry Inspiration Award and the highly prized Kate Greenaway Medal 2013. He's also the Children's Book Winner, AOI Illustration Awards. He currently lives in Queensland, Australia.

SKU	Unavailable
ISBN 13	9781406386035
ISBN 10	1406386030
Title	The Dam
Author	David Almond
Series	Walker Studio
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Walker Books Ltd
Year published	2019-08-01
Number of pages	32
Prizes	Winner of Teach Primary 2019 (UK), Short-listed for Kate Greenaway Medal (CILIP) 2020 (UK), Short-listed for UKLA Book Award 2020 (UK)
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.