The Tale of the Tiny Man
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The Tale of the Tiny Man by Barbro Lindgren
There was once a tiny man. One day, at the first sign of spring, he decided to pin a note to a tree that said FRIEND WANTED. Then he sat down on the step to wait. After ten days, he woke to find a cold nose in his hand. Beside him was a big dog with a beautiful curve in its tail. The tiny man had made a friend at last. They play and walk and laugh every day. But then the girl in the polka dot dress comes to the step. The little man watches as the dog put his soft muzzle into the girl’s hand and worries that he has lost his only friend. The Tale of the Tiny Man is a touching picture book about loneliness that has a very happy ending. It is possible, after all, to have more than one friend."A sensitive, atmospheric story depicting the fragility and rewards of friendship"
-- Kirkus Reviews"Thought-provoking and evocative with atmospheric illustrations, this is a memorable picture book story of friendship, understanding and acceptance that will resonate with younger readers."
-- School Reading ListBarbro Lindgren touches on the very human need to connect showing a longing that is heartbreaking. Her timeless text combines effortlessly with the moody illustrations by Eva Eriksson, capturing the yearning and melancholy of a tiny man with a big heart.
-- The Children's Book Council of Australia"Audiences will also be “pleased as punch” over the man’s turn in fortunes."
-- Foreword Reviews"This book truly does deserve its 'classic' status."
-- Betsy Bird, US
Barbro Lindgren is a pioneering children's author from Sweden. Her many awards include the 2014 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award. Eva Eriksson is one of the world's great illustrators. She is consistently nominated for the Hans Christian Andersen and other international awards.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781776574094 |
| ISBN 10 | 1776574095 |
| Title | The Tale of the Tiny Man |
| Author | Barbro Lindgren |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Publisher | Gecko Press |
| Year published | 2022-02-01 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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