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If... - 25th Anniversary Edition
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"Imagination is the name of the game, and Perry plays it with distinction. Eye-catching, mind-bending illustrations."-Booklist
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In Sarah Perry's picture book If . . ., take a fantastical journey through an inspiring world where anything can happen: Leaves turn into fish, cats fly with wings, humans have tails, frogs eat rainbows, and dreams become visible.
First published in 1995, Sarah Perry's delightful picture book of surreal possibilities was the Getty's first children’s title and remains a visual feast that children of all ages enjoy.
This enhanced 25th anniversary edition includes new illustrations and a reader's guide to the secrets of If . . . and is sure to appeal to a brand-new generation.
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The 25th anniversary edition of If... by Sarah Perry is celebrated for its ability to spark creativity and imagination with its captivating watercolour illustrations. Critics praise the book for its exquisite art and the whimsical, thought-provoking ideas it inspires, noting its role as a tool for interactive and engaging storytelling.
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ISBN: 9781947440050
Publisher: Getty Trust Publications
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 03 March 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: Getty Publications
Audience: Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 11.0mm
Width: 221.0mm
Height: 257.0mm
Weight: 438g
Pages: 48
About the Author
Sarah Perry is a sculptor who lives in California's Tehachapi Mountains.
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