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32 pp.
| Barefoot
| August, 2001
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TradeISBN 1-84148-361-3$$16.99
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Illustrated by
Giuliano Ferri.
This interpretation of Noah's story incorporates both humor and seriousness, though the balance between the two is occasionally uneasy. The rhyming text was created with preschoolers in mind, but the introduction of Mister Rain and Mrs. Wind into the narrative is a bit startling. The attractive illustrations feature tawny, rounded shapes and compositions that capture the viewer's attention. An author's note is included.