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The Rabbits
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See moreThought-provoking text, illustrated by internationally-acclaimed artist Shaun Tan. The rabbits came many grandparents ago. They built houses, made roads, had children. They cut down trees. A whole continent of rabbits...
Thought-provoking text, illustrated by internationally-acclaimed artist Shaun Tan. The rabbits came many grandparents ago. They built houses, made roads, had children. They cut down trees. A whole continent of rabbits...
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The Rabbits offers a rich and immensely valuable perspective on the effect of man on his environment. Visually loaded and told with a passion for truth and understanding, The Rabbits aims to promote cultural awareness and a sense of caring for the natural world. A rich and haunting allegory for all ages, all cultures.
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The Rabbits by Shaun Tan has been praised for its powerful storytelling and stunning illustrations. Reviewers highlight its intricate artwork and poignant narrative, noting how it effectively addresses themes like colonisation and environmental impact. The book is often described as a thought-provoking and visually captivating experience that resonates with both children and adults.
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ISBN: 9780734411365
Publisher: Hachette Australia
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 September 2010
Country: Australia
Imprint: Lothian Children's Books
Illustration: full colour
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 5.0mm
Width: 237.0mm
Height: 309.0mm
Weight: 257g
Pages: 48
About the Author
Shaun Tan is the author and illustrator of The Lost Thing and The Red Tree, both of which have won international awards such as the Honourable Mention in the BolognaRagazzi Prices, were CBCA Honour Books and have been widely translated. Previous books Shaun has illustrated include The Rabbits by John Marsden (CBCA Picture Book of the Year) and with Gary Crew, Memorial (A CBCA Honour Book) and The Viewer (winner of the Crichton Award for illustration). In 2001 Shaun received the 'World Fantasy Best Artist Award' for his body of work. Shaun is the winner of the 2011 Astrid Lindgren prize, the world's richest children's literature award. The award described Shaun as 'a masterly visually storyteller'.
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