The Magic Place by Chris Wormell
A stunningly illustrated middle-grade fiction debut from internationally renowned author-illustrator, Chris Wormell.
A beautiful blend of story and image * A Sunday Times Book of the Year *
The Magic Place is an extraordinary piece of workSo much time and skill has gone into it. There is such excitement in Wormell's scenes and landscapes, plus a wonderful Dickensian sense of the grotesque in his characters * David Tazzyman *
Brimming with detail and dazzling perspective. One of the last great draughtsmen and hugely inspiring both for those accomplished and aspiring. Walks all over the page like a true pen and ink warrior * Chris Mould *
The Magic Place is an extraordinary piece of workSo much time and skill has gone into it. There is such excitement in Wormell's scenes and landscapes, plus a wonderful Dickensian sense of the grotesque in his characters * David Tazzyman *
Brimming with detail and dazzling perspective. One of the last great draughtsmen and hugely inspiring both for those accomplished and aspiring. Walks all over the page like a true pen and ink warrior * Chris Mould *
Chris Wormell is one of Britain's most celebrated author-illustrators and print makers. Known for his instantly recognisable style, Chris is the acclaimed illustrator of the iconic covers for Philip Pullman's La Belle Sauvage and The Secret Commonwealth and the award-winning H is for Hawk, as well as the creator of a host of picture books, including the bestselling George and the Dragon and One Smart Fish. He has won a number of literary awards including the Bologna Ragazza Prize, a Nestle Smarties Award and a Booktrust Early Years Award. His artwork has also featured in advertising campaigns for Jaguar, Marks and Spencer, The Natural History Museum, the Royal Opera House and Adnams beer amongst others.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781788450157 |
| ISBN 10 | 1788450159 |
| Title | The Magic Place |
| Author | Chris Wormell |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | David Fickling Books |
| Year published | 2019-08-22 |
| Number of pages | 304 |
| Prizes | Short-listed for James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Award 2020 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |