The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

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masterspyforever, September 22, 2011 (view all comments by masterspyforever)
This book may seem as though it was written for children, but it is truly a delightful read for all ages.

This is easily Kate DiCamillo's masterpiece - the story of a china rabbit who loves no one, is lost from those who loves him, and, only then, realizes what it is like to love - and to have those you love stolen from you.

From Nell, an old woman who lost a child, to a hobo and his dog, who are constantly wandering, to the heartbreaking story of Sarah Ruth, a dying girl, who perhaps loves Edward most of all.

All the characters find their way into your heart - from the nastiest, to the warmest. This book is quite short, and, oddly, double spaced, so reading it is a breeze. I would recommend this to everyone of all ages - this is one of those stories that you are never too old for.

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Shelle, July 31, 2011 (view all comments by Shelle)
My son is reading above his grade level and his enrichment teacher was kind enough to suggest this book . Absolutely loved this book as it teaches many valuable lessons of life while having a happy ending. In this age of sugar coated children's literature, this books stands out for not only teaching the importance of love and the value of being loved and also most importantly , for not giving up on love.It's an incredible journey of a china rabbit from a life of wealth to the bottom of the ocean, from the sweet love of the fisher man's family to spending months buried in the garden dump , from th companionship of a hobo and his dog to providing comfort to an ailing child, from dancing in the streets of Memphis to being reunited with your love. Love triumphs !!

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AlamoLiz, January 23, 2010 (view all comments by AlamoLiz)
I laughed; I cried; I read and re-read it, both alone and to groups of students; and I've recommended this book to hundreds of children and their parents. As the librarian at an elementary school, I have the honor and privilege of reading children's literature and passing on a love of reading. This story of a toy rabbit learning to love and to believe in love, even as his life's circumstances change, is a character-building story that will help young children to understand the ups and downs of life, and will help old, wizened adults to remember and appreciate those who have helped them become the grownups that they are now. The last page, the epilogue, always makes me cry --- but they are tears of joy, discovery, surprise, and revelation. But don't read it first! Savor the full story, and reward yourself by finally reading and completing the story's circle of life.

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Product Details

ISBN:

9780763643676

Author:

DiCamillo, Kate

Publisher:

Candlewick Press (MA)

Illustrator:

Ibatoulline, Bagram

Author:

Ibatoulline, Bagram

Subject:

Fairy Tales & Folklore - General

Subject:

Toys, Dolls, & Puppets

Subject:

Social Issues - Emotions & Feelings

Subject:

Fairy Tales & Folklore - Single Title

Subject:

Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic

Subject:

Children s-General

Copyright:

2009

Publication Date:

20090731

Binding:

TRADE PAPER

Grade Level:

from 2

Language:

English

Illustrations:

1-COLOR

Pages:

224

Dimensions:

36 x 13.5 x 5 in 12.7 lb

Age Level:

07-10