Rhymes for Small and Large (Paperback)

Tom Hindley

ISBN 13: 9798372043091

Published by Independently Published, 2023

About this Item

Paperback. Rhymes for Small and Large won a 2023 Purple Dragonfly Honorable Mention and recieved third place in the 2024 Praiseworthy awards. Inspired by the drawings and poems of the nineteenth-century artist Paul Thumann, Tom Hindley has translated some of the original Thumann poems and added some lyrical offerings to create a classic gem for young readers of all ages. Rhymes for Small and Large is a collection of illustrations and verse by Thumann, taken from what is believed to be his only book, Fur Mutter und Kind (published about 1880), as well as works by Hindley. The presentation is a work of art in itself, as the images and poems are arranged creatively. Readers will enjoy the simplicity of both the short, charming works, as well as the longer ones. The poems can be educational, entertaining, even amusing at times, to be enjoyed one at a time, or all at once. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

Seller Inventory # 9798372043091

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Rhymes for Small and Large (Paperback)
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Publication Date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798372043091
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Thumann, Paul
• Condition: new

About this title

Synopsis

Rhymes for Small and Large is a charming collection of illustrated verse for young readers of all ages. Winner of a 2023 Purple Dragonfly Honorable Mention and third place in the 2024 Praiseworthy Awards, this beautifully presented book brings together poetry and art in a classic format that invites readers to linger, smile, and return again and again.

Inspired by the drawings and poems of nineteenth-century artist Paul Thumann, Tom Hindley has translated selected original Thumann poems and added his own lyrical pieces to create a distinctive treasury of rhythm, image, and imagination. The poems range from simple and charming to longer reflections that are educational, entertaining, and often amusing.

Taken from what is believed to be Thumann’s only book, Für Mutter und Kind (published around 1880), the collection pairs historic artwork with carefully arranged verse in a presentation that is itself a work of art. Read one poem at a time, or enjoy the full collection in a single sitting.

This book is ideal for families, teachers, librarians, and anyone who appreciates classic poetry, elegant illustration, and timeless charm.