| The Gift of the Tree Contributor(s): Tresselt, Alvin (Author), Sorensen, Henri (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0688106846 ISBN-13: 9780688106843 Publisher: HarperCollins OUR PRICE: $17.09 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 1992 Annotation: Tresselt's classic story of The Dead Tree is given new life in this gloriously reillustrated volume. The role of an oak tree in the cycle of nature is revealed as an ancient tree, even as it dies and returns to the earth, provides nourishment for new life all around it. "Impressionistic illustrations beautifully reflect an evocative text." -- Kirkus Reviews. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Death, Grief, Bereavement - Juvenile Fiction | Concepts - Seasons - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Emotions & Feelings |
| Dewey: 574.526 |
| LCCN: 90020846 |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 9.2" W x 11" (0.90 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Death/Dying - Topical - Ecology |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Award-winning author Alvin Tresselt's classic story about the cycle of life is beautifully illustrated and an excellent resource for families. The Gift of the Tree reveals the role of an ancient oak tree in the cycle of nature as it dies and returns to the earth, providing nourishment for new life all around it. Originally published in 1972 under the title The Dead Tree, this story about the cycle of nature has never been more timely. Henri Sorensen's exquisite paintings for this reillustrated edition capture all the beauty and power of the tree's transformations. As School Library Journal commented: The interdependence of plant and animal life is clearly evident, including both those that seek its shelter and those that hasten the decaying process to prepare the soil for new life. The original text stands the test of time, reaching its audience with power and emotion as it directs attention to the forces of nature at work. |
Contributor Bio(s): Sorensen, Henri: - Henri Sorensen is the illustrator of I Love You As Much . . . , also by Laura Krauss Melmed; Wishes for You by Tobi Tobias; and The Gift of the Tree by Alvin Tresselt. He lives in Denmark with his wife and two daughters. |