
Samson in the Snow
Philip C. Stead
(Author)Description
Product Details
Publisher | Roaring Brook Press |
Publish Date | September 27, 2016 |
Pages | 40 |
Language | English |
Type | |
EAN/UPC | 9781626721821 |
Dimensions | 254.8 X 10.8 X 12.7 mm | 1.2 pounds |
About the Author
PHILIP C. STEAD is the author of the Caldecott Medal winning A Sick Day for Amos McGee, also named a New York Times Best Illustrated Book of 2010 and a Publishers Weekly Best Children’s Book of 2010, illustrated by his wife, Erin E. Stead (A Neal Porter Book, Roaring Brook Press, 2010). Philip, also an artist, both wrote and illustrated his debut Creamed Tuna Fish and Peas on Toast (Roaring Brook Press, 2009), which was applauded by School Library Journal for “its wry humor and illustrations worthy of a Roald Dahl creation.” Philip lives with Erin in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Reviews
"This sweet tale of friendship deserves a place in every collection."—School Library Journal, starred review
"The contrast between the very large and the very small contributes to the story’s magic, and so does Samson, a hero who is tender, patient, and loyal."—Publishers Weekly, starred review
"A story warm in both palette and feeling."—Kirkus Reviews
"A comforting tale packed with symbolism and beauty."—The Horn Book
"A lovely tale for a peaceful storytime."—Booklist
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