Houses with a Story

Name: Houses with a Story
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781419761249
Price: 39.99 NZD
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A Dragon’s Den, a Ghostly Mansion, a Library of Lost Books, and 30 More Amazing Places to Explore

By Yoshida Seiji

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Summary

Houses with a Story by Yoshida Seiji is a delightful journey into the imaginative world of whimsical architecture. The book showcases houses with unique and magical tales, inviting young readers to explore the charming stories behind the walls and harmonising each dwelling's character with its enchanting design. With vibrant illustrations and captivating narratives, it's a perfect read for children who dream beyond the ordinary.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the idea of buildings with rich histories. Perfect for young readers, it introduces intriguing stories behind various houses, sparking curiosity and imagination.

Description

A dreamer's tree house.
A mechanic's cottage.
A submerged city.

In Houses with a Story, more than 30 imaginative houses and the people who make them home offer unexpected worlds to wander through and explore. Who is the mischievous bridgetower keeper? What does the witch grow in her garden? How does the postal worker tame his delivery dragons?

In each house, readers discover the contents of rooms and closets, what's at the top of the stairs, and where shadowy hallways lead. Story text provides background and details about the lives of the residents and hints about their past and future.

Featuring lush illustrations, diagrams, and detailed descriptions of each character, the homes' locations, and landscapes open doors to whimsy, wonder, and endless possibilities.

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?

Houses with a Story by Yoshida Seiji is celebrated for its intricate illustrations featuring 30 homes, some influenced by beloved tales. Critics highlight its appeal to those interested in illustration, architecture, and worldbuilding, offering readers visually engaging art that sparks the imagination. The richness of its illustrations is particularly noted for resembling the enchanting style of Miyazaki, making it an inspiring choice for art enthusiasts.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419761249

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 December 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Amulet Books

Illustration: Full-color illustrations throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 229.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 128

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Yoshida Seiji

About the Author

Seiji Yoshida is a Tokyo-based professional background illustrator working in the game/anime industry. In Houses with a Story, he introduces readers to part of his imagination and how he uses it.
Jan Mitsuko Cash is a Japanese-to-English translator with experience in novels, manga, and STEAM books. As a translator, Cash has freelanced for Viz Media, Yen Press, Seven Seas, Mangamo, and other publishers, most notably, working on manga series such as Bleach, Toradora!, Choujin X, and Fullmetal Alchemist: A New Beginning. She lives in Modesto, California.