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Where The Wild Things Are

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By Maurice Sendak
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Where The Wild Things Are is a beloved children's book by Maurice Sendak that explores the whimsical journey of a young boy named Max. After being sent to his room for misbehaving, Max's imagination transports him to a fantastical realm inhabited by wild creatures. He becomes the king of these "Wild Things," experiencing both the freedom and challenges of leadership in this magical world.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a fondness for imaginative adventures and enchanting illustrations. It's a delightful tale that captures the boundless creativity of childhood, making it a perfect read for both children and the young at heart who appreciate fantastical journeys and heartwarming themes.

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One night Max puts on his wolf suit and makes mischief of one kind and another, so his mother calls him 'Wild Thing' and sends him to bed without his supper. That night a forest begins to grow in Max's room and an ocean rushes by with a boat to take Max to the place where the wild things are.

This best-selling classic now comes with an audio CD read by Tom Hollander.

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This best-selling classic now comes with an audio CD read by Tom Hollander.

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One night Max puts on his wolf suit and makes mischief of one kind and another, so his mother calls him Wild Thing and sends him to bed without his supper.

That night a forest begins to grow in Max's room and an ocean rushes by with a boat to take Max to the place where the wild things are. Max tames the wild things and crowns himself as their king, and then the wild rumpus begins.

But when Max has sent the monsters to bed, and everything is quiet, he starts to feel lonely and realises it is time to sail home to the place where someone loves him best of all.

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Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are is praised for its masterful combination of words, rhythm, and design, establishing Sendak as a leader in the realm of picture books. It's celebrated as possibly the greatest picture book ever written for its child-centric focus, resonating with both the rebellious nature of children and the child at heart in adults. The book's sparse yet perfect text, combined with striking illustrations, makes it a timeless choice for readers, offering a gripping, ingenious, and uplifting experience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781782955030

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 August 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Red Fox

Illustration: Full colour

Contributors:

  • Read by Tom Hollander

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 226.0mm

Height: 252.0mm

Weight: 275g

Pages: 48

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About the Author

Maurice Sendak was born in Brooklyn, New York. He began by illustrating other authors' books for children, but the first book that he both wrote and illustrated was Kenny's Window, published in 1956. In his lifetime, he illustrated over 80 books, and received many awards, including the 1964 Caldecott Medal for Where the Wild Things Are. In 1970 he was the first American to win the Hans Christian Andersen Illustrator's Medal. He passed away in May 2012.

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