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The Boy

His Stories and How They Came to be
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The Boy by Oliver Jeffers is a heartwarming children's book that follows the journey of a young boy who embarks on a quest to explore friendship, adventure, and discovery. Through enchanting illustrations and an engaging narrative, the story captures the whimsy and wonder of childhood as the boy learns important lessons about the world around him. This captivating tale is filled with charm and imagination, making it an endearing read for young audiences.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book by Oliver Jeffers if you appreciate heartwarming stories filled with adventure and friendship. Its charming illustrations and engaging narrative make it perfect for young readers and those young at heart, providing both entertainment and a gentle exploration of important life themes.

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The Boy

A spectacular collection of four much-loved modern classics from the multi award-winning, internationally best-selling picture book creator, Oliver Jeffers, along with a captivating behind-the-scenes look at the making of each in four fascinating sketchbook sections.

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A spectacular collection of four much-loved modern classics from the multi award-winning, internationally best-selling picture book creator, Oliver Jeffers. This collection includes a captivating behind-the-scenes look at the making of each story in four fascinating sketchbook sections.

Contains the following stories:

  • How to Catch a Star
  • Lost and Found
  • The Way Back Home
  • Up and Down

Also within the pages of this exquisite collection is a special letter from Oliver Jeffers, and more than 100 wonderfully distinctive sketches, notes, and ideas, carefully chosen from his archives and revealed here for the first time. Watch as the boy and his friends spring to life on the sketchbook pages.

See the real-life starfish that appears in How to Catch a Star, learn the true story of the boy and the penguin who inspired Lost and Found, and find out what the Martian’s dad looks like! With all these things, and more, this incredible volume gives a unique insight into the life story of the iconic books – loved by readers the world over – and celebrates the incredible work of one of today’s most popular and highly regarded picture book creators.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008294342

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 October 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 270.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 1210g

Pages: 168

About the Author

Oliver Jeffers is a highly acclaimed talent in picture books. He graduated from The University of Ulster in 2001 with First Class honours and has since exhibited his paintings around the world. His outstanding talent has already been recognised by several high-profile awards, including the Nestle Children's Book Prize Gold Award, the Blue Peter Book of the Year Award and the Irish Children's Book of the Year. www.oliverjeffers.com

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