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Herman and Rosie

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Herman and Rosie by Gus Gordon is a charming tale set in New York City. It tells the story of two neighbours, Herman, a crocodile who loves jazz, and Rosie, a deer who enjoys soulful music. The story beautifully explores themes of friendship, loneliness, and the shared passion that brings them together. Filled with heartwarming illustrations, it captures the magic of connection in a bustling city.
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You might enjoy this charming book if you love heartwarming stories about finding friendship and connection in the bustling city. With its delightful illustrations and touching narrative, it beautifully captures the magic of shared dreams and the power of music to bring people together.

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Herman and Rosie

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Set in New York, this gorgeous picture book by Gus Gordon is a story about friendship, life in the big city, and following your dreams.

This is a tale about a big city. It's a tale of hotdogs and music and the summertime subway breeze. It's a tale of singing on rooftops and toffees that stick to your teeth. But most of all, it's the tale of Herman and Rosie.

Herman and Rosie is a beautiful, funny and quirky story of two unique souls who are destined to meet.' - Manly Daily

'A beautiful, soulful and quirky tale, romantic and hopeful, with a big heart.' - Newcastle Herald

'Gordon has created a bittersweet tale of solitude, longing and new beginnings in a complex story that asks a lot from the reader and richly rewards in return... very highly recommended for ages 4 to 9 years.' - Web Child

'Clever, sweet and brilliant in every way.' - William Yeoman, The Weekend West

'An urban love story which touches the heart and stirs the imagination.' - Canberra Times

'Quirky, soulful and alive... a book to treasure, like a favourite song.' - Markus Zusak

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143507277

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 November 2016

Country: Australia

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 252.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 186g

Pages: 36

About the Author

Gus Gordon is an internationally acclaimed illustrator and author. He has illustrated and written over 80 books for children. His illustrations are known for their loose and energetic line work, mixed media and humour. His writing is always anthropomorphic. He attributes this to his love of Kenneth Grahame's Wind in The Willows. Gus's first picture book, Wendy, was a Notable Book in the 2010 Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Picture Book of the Year Awards. His second picture book, Herman and Rosie, now published in twelve countries, has been internationally acclaimed and awarded. Somewhere Else was published by Penguin Random House Australia in 2016.

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