Quiet!

Name: Quiet!
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781990252044
Price: 29.99 NZD
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By Céline Claire

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Summary

Quiet! by Céline Claire follows the amusing dilemmas caused by an unexpected and persistent noise in a normally peaceful forest. Various animals band together in a humorous quest to uncover the source of the disturbance. The story beautifully captures the themes of friendship, teamwork, and the quest for tranquillity in a delightful woodland setting.
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"Mr. Martin enjoys tranquility. He likes to drink his coffee in silence, read his newspaper quietly, and take peaceful naps. His neighbours are aware of that, but they easily forget it. So much so that the noise they make drive Mr. Martin up the wall. One day, he decides to take matters into his own hands..."--

Mr. Martin finds a magical solution to maintain calm and silence around him. But how long will he enjoy his time away from everyone?

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Mr. Martin enjoys tranquility. He likes to drink his coffee in silence, read his newspaper quietly, and take peaceful naps. His neighbours are aware of that, but easily forget - so much so that the noise they make drives Mr. Martin up the wall. One day, he decides to take matters into his own hands...

Quiet! by Céline Claire is a delightful tale of one man's quest for peace in a bustling world. Will Mr. Martin find the serenity he craves?

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?

Quiet! by Céline Claire offers a modern-day fable filled with wit, as recognised by the Wall Street Journal. Its refreshing take on the theme of desiring peace delivers humour and appreciation, as noted by the School Library Journal. The humorous tale cautions about the consequences of wishes granted, engaging children aged 4-7, according to the Midwest Book Review.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781990252044

Publisher: Comme des geants inc.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 March 2022

Country: Canada

Imprint: Milky Way

Contributors:

Illustrated by Magali Le Huche

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 286.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 56

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Céline Claire

About the Author

Céline Claire was born in France, near a fir forest in the Vosges department. She used to read so many stories to her elementary school pupils that it made her want to write her own. Ten years and over 30 books later, she still has many more ideas. Magali Le Huche is well known for her audacious and humorous style. She loves to bring magical and eccentric characters to life.

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