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40 pp.
| Eerdmans |
June, 2012 |
TradeISBN 978-0-8028-5364-6$17.00
(2)
K-3
Illustrated by
Amanda Hall.
Markel's informative text conveys self-taught modern artist Henri Rousseau's groundbreaking flat perspective, inspiration by faraway lands, and determined personality, as well as interesting details such as his place in a circle of Modernist artists and writers. Hall's lush watercolor and acrylic art bears a clear resemblance to Rousseau's. This successful tribute makes Rousseau accessible, and inspirational, to a young audience.
Reviewer: Katrina Hedeen
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
November, 2012