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More copies of this ISBN:Comets, Stars, the Moon, and Mars: Space Poems and Paintingsby Douglas Florian
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Blast off with Douglas Florian's new high-flying compendium, which features twenty whimsical poems about space. From the moon to the stars, from the Earth to Mars, here is an exuberant celebration of our celestial surroundings that's certain to become a universal favorite among aspiring astronomers everywhere. Includes die-cut pages and a glossary of space terms. Review:"To top off this feast for the eyes, occasional die-cuts provide telescopic windows onto adjoining spreads, firmly establishing for the reader the truth that space is a vast continuum, with new surprises in every corner of the sky. Each poem receives a thumbnail gloss at the end, offering additional facts or extending the information presented earlier. Glorious." Kirkus Reviews Review:"The poet-painter's latest book brings warm wit to the outermost reaches of cold, dark space. . . . Florian's illustrations depict the marvels of space with luminous texture and detail." --The New York Times Book Review Review:* "Nothing gladdens the heart of believers of good poetry for children more than a new collection by Florian. . . . This one literally sings the music of the spheres. . . . In both language and artwork, Florian strikes the perfect balance between grandeur and whimsy." --School Library Journal 7/1/07 (starred) Synopsis:From the moon to the stars, Florian's new high-flying compendium features 20 whimsical poems about space. Full color. Synopsis:Blast off with Douglas Florian's new high-flying compendium, which features twenty whimsical poems about space. From the moon to the stars, from the Earth to Mars, here is an exuberant celebration of our celestial surroundings that's certain to become a universal favorite among aspiring astronomers everywhere. Includes die-cut pages and a glossary of space terms. About the AuthorDouglas Florian is the creator of many acclaimed picture books, including Mammalabilia, Insectlopedia, and Beast Feast. He lives in New York City. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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