Black Dog

Name: Black Dog
Brand: Gardners Books Ltd
SKU: 9781848777484
Price: 29.99 NZD
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By Levi Pinfold

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Summary

Black Dog by Levi Pinfold is a captivating children's story about the Hope family, who encounter a mysterious and intimidating large black dog outside their home one snowy morning. The family members react with escalating fear, refusing to believe it's anything but a frightening presence. However, the youngest member, Small Hope, takes an unexpected approach, showing bravery and curiosity that ultimately transforms the way the family perceives the situation.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you are drawn to heartwarming tales where courage and imagination triumph over fear. Filled with charming illustrations, it encourages young readers to face their fears and see beyond initial appearances, making it an inspiring read for children and adults alike.

Black Dog

Multi-award winning Levi Pinfold is known for his quirky designs, stylised realism and enigmatic storytelling. His distinctive, highly detailed artwork will appeal to both children and adults.

A celebratory anniversary edition of the astonishing Kate Greenaway medal winner!

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Only Small, the youngest of the Hopes, has the courage to face the Black Dog that appears outside the family's home. When it chases her through the forest she shows no fear, so it grows smaller and smaller.

Black Dog is the winner of the 2013 Greenaway Medal.

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?

Black Dog by Levi Pinfold is praised for its skilful storytelling that conveys a powerful emotional message about confronting fears, making it both a deeply moving and reassuring bedtime story. The illustrations are particularly lauded for their incredible detail and atmospheric quality, capturing attention with their effective play on scale. Reviewers appreciate how the book appeals to both young readers with its fun and reassuring nature, as well as older ones with its depth and thought-provoking themes.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781848777484

Publisher: Templar Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Templar Books

Contributors:

Illustrated by Levi Pinfold

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 220.0mm

Height: 205.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Levi Pinfoldhas worked as an author and illustrator since graduating from University College Falmouth. He paints with watercolour and gouache, creating imagery from imagination and memory. His debut book, The Django, won a Booktrust Early Years Award. Michael Foreman described it as, "A virtuoso display of real drawing."
Levi lives in Northern New South Wales, Australia.

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