Synopses & Reviews
Set in turn of the century France, this beautifully and delicately illustrated book details the relationship between a young girl and her father.
Review
"The delicious celebration of creativity is grounded by McClintock's subtle portrait of the tiny family. . . . Enticing -- and an inspiration to young artists." --Publishers Weekly, starred Publishers Weekly, Starred
Synopsis
Danielle can draw amazing things, fantastic things, odd and wonderful things. But her father is worried. Selling his photographs provides only a meager income, and of what practical use are strange drawings, no matter how pretty? Danielle tries, but she just canand#8217;t help drawing the world her way. Finally, one fateful day, she manages to find the road to her future, a path full of her fanciful creatures.
About the Author
Award-winning illustrator Barbara McClintock's art has enhanced many children's stories with fanciful costumes and incredible charming details. She is the author and illustrator of several books for children, including The Fantastic Drawings of Danielle, The Battle of Luke and Longnose, and Dahlia. She lives in Connecticut.