
Town Is by the Sea
by Joanne Schwartz
Title:
Town Is by the Sea
Author:
Joanne Schwartz
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
52 pages
Publisher:
Walker Books Ltd
ISBN-13:
9781406378863
EAN:
9781406378863
Publication Date:
05/04/2018
Classifications:
Picture Activities and Early Learning
Weight (g):
350
Dimensions (mm):
210 x 281 x 4
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Description
While a young boy enjoys a summer's day, his thoughts constantly return to his father, who is digging for coal deep under the sea. 'A masterpiece. I can't recommend it highly enough.' The Independent 'An atmospheric, haunting story.' The Bookseller'Beautifully evocative. This book is pure delight.' The School LibrarianStunning illustrations by Sydney Smith, the award-winning illustrator of Footpath Flowers, show the striking contrast between a sparkling seaside day and the darkness underground where the miners dig. This beautifully understated and haunting story brings a piece of mining history to life. The ever-present ocean and inevitable pattern of life in a mining town will enthral children and move adult readers, as a young boy wakes up to the sound of the sea, visits his grandfather's grave after lunch and comes home to a cosy dinner with his family, but all the while his mind strays to his father digging for coal deep down under the sea.











