Synopsis
An internet-based fantasy from the wild mind of Ralph Steadman. “Some of Steadman’s most exuberant drawings ever, in a messy delight of a book.”―The Scotsman
Who would have guessed that the seemingly mild-mannered dot who holds our internet addresses together actually has a riotous secret life of its own? What is it, exactly, that it gets up to when we turn our computers off? Renowned illustrator Ralph Steadman is just the person to show us.
In this madcap adventure, little Dot, setting off to take tea with its good friend the Duchess, happens to run afoul of the mustachioed Duke of Bogshott and his White Army . . . at which point things get seriously weird, with a plot involving terrifically epic battles, wedding invitations, downhill rollerblading, and inky socks. In Steadman’s silly, anarchic paintings, little Dot runs wild―and invites kids along for the ride. An exuberant read-aloud picture book treat.
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About the Author
Ralph Steadman is an internationally renowned artist, illustrator of many outstanding books. He has won numerous prizes and awards, including the Victoria and Albert Museum’s Francis Williams Award and several Designers and Art Directors Association Awards for his contribution to illustration.
Reviews
K-Gr 2—The dot that keeps urls firmly together has a secret life. When the computer is shut off, he sneaks off to visit a duchess and have ink for tea. But he has to dress up first. After having his ink, he comes across the Duke of Bogshoff and his Army of White. Full of ink, the dot rolls down a hill, resulting in a messy meeting. At first the dot and the duke clash dramatically, but after several encounters, it turns out that the duke just wants to visit the duchess. The dot introduces them, and soon a wedding is on the way, with the dot planning to be the Best Dot. Steadman's abstract illustrations of the dot create imagery as odd as the story. But the use of colors and curving lines also highlights the glee the dot feels in being free from his responsibilities. The wild and colorful ink-blotted visuals will undoubtedly win over young readers who enjoy the unusual. VERDICT A humorous choice for lively storytimes.—Heidi Grange, Summit Elementary School, Smithfield, UT
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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Steadman, Ralph (illustrator). First American Edition. First US Edition with "1" on number line on copy right page. Steadman's version of the ethereal world beyond the keyboard, little Dot runs wild once the computer is turned off. Rich purple paper boards are clean and bright. Embossed drawing on cover is outlined in silver is shiny and unmarred. Light rubbing on edges of cover boards. Binding tight. DJ is NOT price clipped and is complete, & brightly colorful. Very light rubbing. This is NOT an Ex-lib or a Remainder. No writing, tears or folds on pages. Note: We use "Fine" book condition judiciously; only when the book exhibits no flaws. A Fine book closely approaches 'As New' condition and may not have been previously owned. Any flaws (writing, tears, creases) are exceptions to a Fine condition and should be clearly described for a book and dust jacket. Seller Inventory # 000389