Flotsam

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A Caldecott Award Winner

By David Wiesner

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Summary

Flotsam by David Wiesner is a captivating wordless picture book that tells the story of a young boy who discovers a mysterious, old underwater camera washed up on the beach. As he develops the film, he uncovers an array of fantastical underwater scenes and magical creatures, sparking his imagination and curiosity about the ocean's hidden secrets. This beautifully illustrated tale invites children to explore and interpret the visual narrative on their own.
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You might enjoy this imaginative wordless picture book if you appreciate storytelling through captivating illustrations. Perfect for young readers with a keen sense of adventure, this book invites you to explore the wonders of the ocean and the mysteries that wash ashore, encouraging curiosity and a sense of wonder.

Flotsam

A bright, science-minded boy goes to the beach equipped to collect and examine flotsam-anything floating that has been washed ashore. But there's no way he could have prepared for one particular discovery: a barnacle-encrusted underwater camera, with its own secrets to share . . .

Another wildly imaginative Caldecott Medal winning picture book from David Wiesner,

Description

A bright, science-minded boy goes to the beach equipped to collect and examine flotsam—anything floating that has been washed ashore. Bottles, lost toys, small objects of every description are among his usual finds.

But there's no way he could have prepared for one particular discovery: a barnacle-encrusted underwater camera, with its own secrets to share... and to keep.

Flotsam by David Wiesner is a captivating tale of discovery and imagination, exploring the unexpected wonders found in the ordinary.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Flotsam by David Wiesner is praised for its stunning illustrative style, which captures a childlike perspective and brings the mundane to life with imaginative detail. Critics highlight Wiesner's technical brilliance and the book's capacity to provoke thought, with each reading revealing new joys through its richly detailed pictures. The book is celebrated as both beautiful and wonderfully imaginative, offering readers an expansive world to explore and ponder.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781849394499

Publisher: Andersen Press Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 July 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Andersen Press Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 280.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 255g

Pages: 40

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About the Author

David Wiesner is one of the best-loved and most highly acclaimed picture book creators in the world. His books have been translated into more than a dozen languages and have won numerous awards in the US and all over the globe. He lives with his family in Philadelphia.

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