Snake and Lizard by Joy Cowley

Snake and Lizard by Joy Cowley

Two very different creatures learn about the give-and-take of friendship in this warm and funny story set in the desert. A much-loved, timeless classic. Snake is elegant and calm, and a little self-centred; Lizard is exuberant and irrepressible. With its wisdom, acceptance and good humour, Snake and Lizard captures the essence of friendship. The stories are beautifully illustrated by Gavin Bishop in warm and clear colours of the desert.

"Cowley’s funny, touching stories develop a whole cast of memorable characters around the two central desert-dwellers, whose lively, occasionally testy friendship embodies a wealth of wisdom about how to live with other peopleBishop’s simple pictures are amazingly expressive."

-- 50 Best Children’s Books of 2009, New Zealand Listener

"I think it’s a genius book – the writer and illustrator are at the top of their game."

-- Kate de Goldi, National Radio New Zealand

“A great read-aloud”

-- School Library Journal (US), starred review

"Cowley’s funny, touching stories develop a whole cast of memorable characters around the two central desert-dwellers, whose lively, occasionally testy friendship embodies a wealth of wisdom about how to live with other people. Bishop’s simple pictures are amazingly expressive."

-- 51 Best Children’s Books of 2009, New Zealand Listener

"I think it’s a genius book – the writer and illustrator are at the top of their game."

-- Kate de Goldi, National Radio New Zealand

“A great read-aloud”

-- School Library Journal (US), starred review

Joy Cowley is one of New Zealand's best-loved writers for children and adults, with an international reputation. She has won a multitude of awards and honours for her bestselling books, including the Prime Ministers Award for contribution to literature. She was shortlisted for the Hans Christian Andersen Award in 2018. Gavin Bishop ONZM, Tainui, Ngati Awa, is a leading New Zealand illustrator. He has published over 70 books internationally and been translated into 12 languages. He has written for television and theatre, as well as a libretti for the Royal New Zealand Ballet. His awards include New Zealand Children's Picture Book of the Year in 2000.

SKU	Unavailable
ISBN 13	9780958278737
ISBN 10	0958278733
Title	Snake and Lizard
Author	Joy Cowley
Series	Snake And Lizard
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Gecko Press
Year published	2007-05-01
Number of pages	102
Prizes	Winner of Storylines Notable New Zealand Books: Junior Fiction 2008, Winner of New Zealand Post Children's Book Awards: Junior Fiction 2008, Winner of New Zealand Post Children's Book Awards: Children's Book of the Year 2008
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.