The Secret Life of the Red Fox
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The Secret Life of the Red Fox by Laurence Pringle
This gorgeous and lyrical picture book from renowned science author Laurence Pringle and debut illustrator Kate Garchinsky follows a year in the life of a red fox named Vixen as she finds food, hunts, escapes threats, finds a mate, and raises her kits--all the way to the day that she and her mate watch their kits head off to lead their own secret lives. Stunning, realistic illustrations celebrate the beauty of these mysterious creatures as readers learn important facts through an engaging and fascinating story. The book also includes back matter with more in-depth information, a glossary, and further resources.
*"This intimate and personal view..is chronicled through a beautifully cohesive relationship between text and illustration. Facts and definitions are seamlessly woven into the narrative. ...The art...convey(s) intensity and precision... (and) fuels the foxlike moments with emotion. A rich reading experience awaits those who pick up this title." -School Library Journal, starred review "Visually captivating introduction to the red fox's secret life...Pringle thoughtfully explains how red foxes are canines, omnivores and predators...with specialized vocabulary printed in italics in the narrative and defined in a glossary. Intimate scenes...alternate with panoramic vistas, capturing the essence of the red fox and her world...(the) illustrations add depth, drama, and detail to the informative, entertaining text." -- Kirkus Reviews
Laurence Pringle is the author of almost a hundred books for children and teenagers, several of which have won awards. His works have sold over three million copies around the world. Archival black-and-white pictures are used to illustrate the book.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781629792606 |
| ISBN 10 | 1629792608 |
| Title | The Secret Life of the Red Fox |
| Author | Laurence Pringle |
| Series | The Secret Life |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Astra Publishing House |
| Year published | 2017-03-07 |
| Number of pages | 40 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |