Camille and the Sunflowers

Name: Camille and the Sunflowers
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9780711221567
Price: 18.99 NZD
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Series: Anholt's Artists

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Summary

Camille and the Sunflowers, a children's book, tells the story of a young boy named Camille who befriends a remarkable artist visiting his town. The artist teaches Camille to see the beauty in everyday life, particularly through the vibrant sunflowers that inspire his paintings. This tale highlights themes of friendship and the power of art to transform the world around us.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories that introduce children to art and the life of famous artists in a charming and accessible way. It offers a glimpse into the friendship between a young boy and Vincent van Gogh, enriched with vibrant illustrations and a heartfelt narrative that can spark children's interest in art history and creativity.

Camille and the Sunflowers

An introduction to the great painter, seen through the eyes of a young boy entranced by his painting. There are reproductions of Van Gogh's work.

Description

Where Camille lives, the sunflowers grow so high they look like real suns. One day, a strange man arrives in Camille's town. He has a straw hat and a yellow beard, and his name is Vincent van Gogh.

Featuring stunning reproductions of the great artist's work and based on a true-life incident as seen through the eyes of a small boy, this is the perfect introduction to Vincent van Gogh for children.

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Camille and the Sunflowers is praised for using a child's perspective to make the story engaging and educational for young readers. The writing is described as simple yet effective, aiding retention of facts about van Gogh, such as his famous sunflower paintings and his struggles for acceptance. The vibrant illustrations, which echo van Gogh’s style, contribute to a memorable visual experience, integrating elements of his work. Themes of patience, persistence, and tolerance shine through, offering a natural starting point for discussions on acceptance and bullying.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780711221567

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 October 2003

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Illustration: colour illustrations

Contributors:

Illustrated by Laurence Anholt
Illustrated by Laurence Anholt
Illustrated by Laurence Anholt

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 290.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Series: Anholt's Artists Young Adult

About the Author

Laurence Anholt is part of a husband-and-wife team who have worked together on more than 60 picture books, published all over the world in more than 17 different languages. Their picture books -- including the Chimp and Zee series -- have won numerous awards and have been featured on television and radio. Laurence has been described by William Watt as one of the most versatile authors writing for children today. He was brought up mainly in Holland where he developed a lasting passion for art. He is a much sought after public speaker, appearing at conferences such as the European Council of International Schools Conference, the Northern Children's Book Festival and the Edinburgh Festival. To visit the Anholts' website click here