Seven Ways to Catch the Moon - Softcover

Robertson, M. P.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0711214131 ISBN 13: 9780711214132

Publisher: Frances Lincoln Childrens Books, 2000

Synopsis

Describes seven fanciful ways to travel to the moon, from a bathtub powered by a hot air balloon to a witch's broom, a dragon's back, or a flying carpet.

About this title

About the Author:

M. P. Robertson was born in Parsons Green, London. He studied Graphic Design at Hounslow Borough College, where he discovered a love for illustrated books. After leaving Hounslow he spent a year drawing in museums, cathedrals and on the underground before specialising in illustration at Kingston Polytechnic. Among the influences on his style are Mervyn Peake, Heath Robinson and Odile Redon. He believes that more than merely decorating a book, illustration should be integral to the narrative. Among is books for Frances Lincoln are The Egg, The Great Dragon Rescue and The Dragon Snatcher; Hieronymus Betts and his Unusual Pets, Big Brave Brian, The Sandcastle and Food Chain. He lives in Bradford on Avon with his partner and two sons.

Review:

5 stars - Mark Robertson's extraordinary watercolour paintings follow the visible phases of the moon, creating a beautifully detailed fantasy for young children. www.bettybookmark.co.uk An enchanting and captivating story. It will appeal to parents as a bedtime reading book and to children as an exciting fantasy adventure story. www.writeaway.org.uk

About this edition

• Publisher: Frances Lincoln Childrens Books
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0711214131
• ISBN 13: 9780711214132
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 36