Tomi Ungerer: A Treasury of 8 Books (Omnibus)

- Reviews -

As featured in The Times, Metropolitan (Eurostar) Magazine, and The New York Times Book Review, and on AIGA Eye on Design blog, The Children' s Book Review, The Daily Beast, and Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast; as seen on KidLit TV"Tomi Ungerer, the contemporary and friend of Maurice Sendak and Shel Silverstein, is a gentle genius and this collection of eight of the French writer and illustrator' s stories, plus a biography at the back, is a beautiful collection fit to take on through a life. . . There is not a dud in the pack - read them all. . . The wonderful Moon Man imagines with eerie perfection what happens when the main the Moon comes down to Earth. Otto, the autobiography of a bear, is exquisitely told. . . The more simplistic but no less wonderful Fog Island teaches us to question myths and confirms suspicions that children are often braver than adults. Flix, about a pair of cats who give birth to a dog, is emotional and pertinent. East party finds equilibrium despite their difference n this non-cloying parabale. It' s the right kind of story to discover this week. Ungerer' s careful words and masterly illustrations are unmatched. I hope this stunning collection makes him even better known here. "-The Times, Saturday Review"This beautifully formatted collection of eight of Tomi Ungerer' s picture books presented in a slipcase is indeed a treasure. "-Carolyn Angus, Literacy Daily"Ungerer has always worked to campaign against war and injustice, and his fantastical books deal with such themes, often in topsy-turvy ways. . . This is a beautifully produced volume, with illustrations throughout, witty and lively, as if Ungerer' s characters might at any moment walk of the page. . . Ungerer' s books are characterized by a deep sense of tolerance, with a keen naughtiness that undercuts any potential po-facedness. . . The question of whether we can know good without knowing evil is always prevalent: and this is a delightful place for a child to discover shich things in a way that is both wise and humane. "-Philip Womack, TLS (Times Literary Supplement)"After it arrived in my mailbox, I may have walked around my living room hugging the book I' m featuring in today' s post. I did. I hugged it hard. But it' s that good. . . All of the stories in this tall collection. . . Are gloriously reproduced here. But there' s more that makes this a must-have for Ungerer fans: an introductory note from Ungerer himself, as well as a "Behind the Scenes" section that closes the book, in which Phaidon' s Maya Gartner (Tomi' s editor) chats with him about each of these books. . . This is a beautifully designed book (the endpapers even feature sketches) that meets the needs of both die-hard Ungerer fans, as well as those who are coming to his work for the first time. . . There' s no one quite like Ungerer, is there? "-Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast"Magnificient. . . Show[s] the wide range of his work. . . Four of the books are not currently available as separate volumes which contributes to its irresistibility, as the do the interviews with Tomi Ungerer"-CLPE. org. uk (Center for Literacy in Primary Education)"[Ungerer' s] books promote tolerance and diversity, if in a deliciously subversive way. . . Of course, children don' t need to know any of [Ungerer' s background] to enjoy these beautiful books but such personal insights make the collection even more collectable. "-West Weekend (The West Australian)"[A] momentous compilation. "-DesignBoom. Com"This gloriously hefty tome is a complete and utter treasure-y!. . . Not only does this compendium feature Ungerer' s greatest works within one beautifully produced book, but it also features additional anecdotes and exclusive never-before-seen content from unpublished works. There' s also an exclusive interview with the man himself and a personal letter from Tomi, making this an incredible keepsake. These most personal touches provide a truly insightful, behind-the-scenes look at the master at work and as a reader you feel profoundly privileged to be treated to such snippets. "-PictureBooksBlogger"This compendium of illustrated tales by this master of children' s literature is just beautiful. "-The Little Book Collector"[Ungerer' s] illustrations move from strength to strength, with brilliant variety and inventiveness, balancing looseness and control. . . Ungerer' s books are both good and great. This volume makes a worthy, and timely, addition to your kid' s bookshelf. "-Eye on Design AIGA blog"Glorious. "-GransNet. com"Glorious repackaging. . . Includes beautiful quotes from Tomi as well. . . and beautiful backmatter. . . A really great book to read together as a family to show Tomi Ungerer to a new generation of young readers. "-KidLit TV' s Holiday Special"Tomi Ungerer fills his stories with the usual ogres, orphans, and robbers of fairy tales, but his humanity always breaks through. . . No amount of renaissance or belated renown seems like appropriate recompense for a man like Ungerer. "-The Daily Beast"Phaidon has outdone itself with this lovingly designed, slip-cased single volume. . . A treasury indeed. "-Shelf Awareness"A truly lovely creation. . . It' s nice to see [Tomi Ungerer] having his Renaissance. "-SLJ/Fuse 8 blog (Betsy Bird)"A bold, graphic slipcase protects this delicious bubble-gum-pink-covered collection. . . The layout is simple but ingenious and gives nearly all the space to the delightful, exuberant illustrations. . . The stories themselves are always surprising and funny. . . The kind of great books that continue to influence and inspire children to think hard - and, we hope, to grow up into respectful, peaceful people. "-NYT Book Review"Tomi Ungerer [. . . ] is one of the greats among authors and illustrators. (Check out his delightful Christmas at the Mellops) Now Phaidon has produced a handsome edition of best known stories. . . The stories are wonderfully simple, but it' s the captivating pictures which carry it off. "-Spectator"A wonderful gift. . . The perfect present for fans and collectors of his work as well as children aged from five to eight. "-Surrey Advertiser"Tomi Ungerer' s wicked sense of humor and cutting wit is exactly what we wish we' d been given to read when we were younger. "-Eye on Design, AIGA blog"Eight classic picture books by the legendary author, brought together in one lavish slipcased volume. "-Grain Edit"[T]his beautiful slipcase volume will be cherished for generations to come. "-Reading Eagle Online"Tomi Ungerer' s timeless picture books come together in one beautifully constructed boxset, making it a perfect gift for a newborn or young child to keep forever. . . If you haven' t yet had the opportunity to read Tomi' s work, please treat yourself. This gorgeous creation is wonderful for children' s book collectors. "-Kids' Book"What a wonderful keepsake it would make for the whole family! Both [Ungerer' s] art work and prose give you pause for thought and may well influence further generations to create - what a legacy!"-The Book Chook

- Author Bio -

Tomi Ungerer (1931;2019) was a winner of the Hans Christian Andersen Award, his work is exhibited globally, and he has a museum entirely dedicated to his work in Strasbourg. His bestselling book, The Three Robbers, has sold over 2. 5 million copies worldwide. Ungerer was named Europe' s first Ambassador for Childhood and Education in 2003

- Full Details -

Status:	Active
ISBN-13:	9781838663698
Published:	7 Oct 2021
Published In:	United Kingdom
Imprint:	Phaidon Press
Publisher:	Phaidon Press
Format:	Hardback
Height:	307mm
Width:	228mm
Spine:	31mm
Pages:	320

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