"Singer-songwriter Workman uses the title track from a 2001 EP as the foundation for his first children's book, a beguiling story of people coming together one winter night. It's also a notable debut for Eckwall, whose delicate paintings transport readers to a remote cottage shared by a gray-haired woman and a boy. Together, they prepare a meal before a diverse array of guests arrive, including a brown-skinned family of four and a redheaded girl who rides up on a wolf, tilting an already-magical setting into something even more fantastical." --Starred Review, Publishers Weekly
"The rhythms are beguiling and carefree, never once veering into sing-song, and it begs to be read-aloud, especially at this time of year when we gather with loved ones." --Kirkus ReivewsAlmost a Full Moon is a warm-hearted story of family, community, food and home. A boy and his grandmother host a gathering in their small cabin in the middle of winter. Friends travel from near and far, and some new friends even turn up. The walls of the cabin are elastic and the soup pot bottomless; all are welcome. Based on the lyrics of Hawksley Workman's song from his holiday album Almost a Full Moon, this book evokes both the cold and the coziness of a winter's night: crisp clean air, sparkling snow, the light of the moon, welcoming windows, glowing candles, family and friends. The spare text is beautifully complemented with the rich illustrations of Jensine Eckwall, a new talent to Tundra. She brings beauty and a hint of magic to Workman's evocative lyrics; together, they create a world and a night that will enchant readers of all ages.
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Librería: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Good. Eckwall, Jensine Ilustrador. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Nº de ref. del artículo: 15726563-6
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Librería: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Very Good. Eckwall, Jensine Ilustrador. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Nº de ref. del artículo: 15405342-6
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Librería: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Good. Eckwall, Jensine Ilustrador. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Nº de ref. del artículo: 15726563-6
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Librería: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Good. Eckwall, Jensine Ilustrador. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Nº de ref. del artículo: 39842272-6
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Librería: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Good. Eckwall, Jensine Ilustrador. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Nº de ref. del artículo: 00059229188
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Librería: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de America
Condición: Acceptable. Eckwall, Jensine Ilustrador. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Nº de ref. del artículo: 00061606934
Cantidad disponible: 2 disponibles
Librería: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, Estados Unidos de America
Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Eckwall, Jensine Ilustrador. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.85. Nº de ref. del artículo: G1770498710I3N10
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Librería: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, Estados Unidos de America
Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Eckwall, Jensine Ilustrador. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.85. Nº de ref. del artículo: G1770498710I3N10
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Librería: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, Estados Unidos de America
Hardcover. Condición: Fair. No Jacket. Eckwall, Jensine Ilustrador. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.85. Nº de ref. del artículo: G1770498710I5N00
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Librería: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Eckwall, Jensine Ilustrador. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Nº de ref. del artículo: GOR013634978
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