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The Last Tree

A Seed of Hope
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The Last Tree by Luke Adam Hawker is a beautifully illustrated tale exploring humanity's relationship with nature. The story portrays a young boy's journey through a world gradually losing its trees, highlighting the importance of preserving the natural environment. Through evocative imagery and poignant narrative, the book encourages reflection on the impact of deforestation and the hope for renewal.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate exploring themes around nature and human impact, beautifully illustrated with intricate artistry. It's a compelling narrative that serves both nature enthusiasts and those drawn to evocative, thought-provoking stories that encourage reflection on environmental conservation.

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From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Together, and in the highly successful genre of The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse, Luke Hawker's new book is a superbly illustrated narrative that evokes the fragility and beauty of our natural world.

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From the Sunday Times bestselling author of Together.

Imagine a world without trees. A world that is in many ways like our world, but where magnificent canopies, tree climbing, and leaves rustling in the breeze are now only distant memories.

Until a young girl comes along, a girl who is brave and spirited and willing to follow where her imagination takes her. Through Olive's adventures in the world of trees we are reminded of nature's extraordinary power and beauty, and her actions ultimately sow the seeds of new life in her own world.

From the mind and pen of bestselling author Luke Adam Hawker, The Last Tree is a powerful evocation of the fragility of our natural world and a magnificent celebration of its beauty.

Praise for Together:

"An accurate and thoughtful account of one of the most challenging years in modern history." -The Guardian

"Hawker's images always seem to have just the right mixture of gravitas and sly, understated humour." -The Scotsman

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The Last Tree is praised for its exceptional illustrations and straightforward yet impactful storytelling, making it a standout narrative.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781578704

Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 March 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Ilex

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 194.0mm

Height: 250.0mm

Weight: 500g

Pages: 64

About the Author

Luke Adam Hawker is a globally acclaimed artist celebrated for his compelling work, which is displayed in several prestigious collections including the Parliamentary Art Collection. He has garnered an enthusiastic social media following that now exceeds half a million. His debut book Together became a Sunday Times bestseller, while his second book The Last Tree inspired a highly praised exhibition with the National Trust in 2024. Together, these two titles have sold over 220,000 copies and have been translated into twelve languages.

An advocate for empathy, Luke harnesses its transformative power in his art, fostering deep connections with his audience through his openness and vulnerability. His passion for creativity is matched only by his dedication to fatherhood, and he eagerly anticipates sharing his son Harry's story through his artistic lens in his third book. Luke lives in Surrey, England, with his wife, son, and their dog, Robin.

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