Published by Andersen, part of Andersen
Illustrated by Tony Ross
Format: Paperback
£5.99
Author:
Jeanne Willis
Format: Paperback
EAN: 9781842706060
£5.99
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EAN: 9781842706060
Published: 3 May 2012
Mayfly might have only one day to live, but she enjoys every moment by observing all the life around her, and rejoicing in her own. As she soars over the sky at dawn she bathes in the golden light, and she dances to the music of the universe.
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A poetic, life-affirming story about a mayfly, and how she enjoys every moment of her single day of life, from an award-winning team.
- Publishing News
The creative partnership of Jeanne Willis and Tony Ross has produced another gem to dazzle us.
- The Bookseller
A dream team of writer and illustrator!
- The Times
A sure winner...ideal for sharing with children of all ages
- Bookbag
A bitter-sweet tale from Jeanne Willis perfectly put together with the soft-crayon style of pictures from Tony Ross.
- The School Librarian
Jeanne Willis is one of the most successful children's picture book authors. She also writes for television and video companies, and has two children. Amongst her many other prize-winning books, she has written Who's in the Loo? which was shortlisted for the Nottingham Children's Book Award, won the Red House Picture Book Award and was the overall winner at the Sheffield Children's Book Award.
Tony Ross has illustrated over 800 books, which are published all over the world. Dr Xargle's Book of Earth Tiggers was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal and Tadpole's Promise won the Silver medal in the Smaries Prize 2003. He was the British choice for the Andersen Medal 2004. The Nanny Goat's Kid was shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize 2010. A major animated series of Tony Ross's Little Princess is curently showing on Channel 5's Milkshake. He lives in Oxfordshire.
