Wabi Sabi

Name: Wabi Sabi
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780316118255
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By Mark Reibstein

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Summary

Wabi Sabi by Mark Reibstein introduces young readers to a curious cat named Wabi Sabi, who embarks on a journey to understand the meaning of her unusual name. Set against the backdrop of Japanese aesthetics, the story beautifully weaves in concepts of simplicity and beauty in imperfection, as Wabi Sabi seeks answers from various characters across Kyoto. Through poetic text and captivating illustrations, children are introduced to a cultural exploration of finding beauty in everyday life.
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You might enjoy this children's book if you appreciate stories that celebrate the beauty of simplicity and imperfection, inspired by Japanese culture. Featuring charming illustrations, it offers a gentle and insightful exploration of finding beauty in the everyday.

Wabi Sabi

A curious cat explores the Japanese philosophy of finding beauty in simplicity

A curious cat explores the Japanese philosophy of finding beauty in simplicity

Description

Wabi Sabi, a little cat in Kyoto, Japan, had never thought much about her name until friends visiting from another land asked her owner what it meant.

At last, the master says, "That's hard to explain." And that is all she says.

This unsatisfying answer sets Wabi Sabi on a journey to uncover the meaning of her name, and on the way discovers what wabi sabi is: a Japanese philosophy of seeing beauty in simplicity, the ordinary, and imperfection.

Using spare text and haiku, Mark Reibstein weaves an extraordinary story about finding real beauty in unexpected places. Caldecott Medal-winning artist Ed Young complements the lyrical text with breathtaking collages. Together, they illustrate the unique world view that is wabi sabi. Wabi Sabi is a unique picture book that clearly explains a new way of seeing the world to readers.

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?

Wabi Sabi by Mark Reibstein is praised for its gentle exploration of the Japanese concept of finding beauty in the imperfect and ephemeral. Reviewers often highlight the book's unique combination of prose and beautiful illustrations by Ed Young, which collaborates to create a poetic and visually engaging experience for children. The story's philosophical underpinnings are appreciated for introducing complex ideas in an accessible manner, fostering curiosity and reflection in young readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316118255

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 November 2008

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers

Illustration: Integrated: 32, col drawings

Contributors:

Illustrated by Ed Young
Illustrated by Ed Young

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 285.0mm

Height: 275.0mm

Weight: 562g

Pages: 48

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Mark Reibstein

About the Author

Mark Reibstein is an English teacher and writer who has lived in New York, California, Hawaii, Japan, and Thailand. Now he lives with his good friend Arlo, who is also a cat. Ed Young has illustrated for over 70 books and has been awarded the Caldecott Medal for Lon Po Po.