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Aileen Crossley
An Áit a nEitlíonn na Madaí Crainn
Irish language children’s picture book by Aileen Crossley which takes us on a magical journey through nature to the special places that fill your heart with joy.
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Wonderful, large format picture book for children by Aileen Crossley. Molly is in low spirits and overwhelmed by the virtual world, but when she is visited by Lus na mBan Sí, she is brought on a magical journey back into nature to visit the special places that remind her of the beauty of the natural world.
This is a delightfully simple story for children, brimming with emotion. Handmade by the artist Aileen Crossley.
The images in the book have been made from lithographic prints by Aileen in the Black Church print studio in Dublin .
You can order now, and the book will be posted to you as soon as they come from the printers in June.
Keep an eye here for more information on the upcoming launch and other events.
More info about the artist and author, Aileen Crossley @ aileencrossley.ie
| Weight | 600 kg |
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| Dimensions | 8 × 224 × 316 mm |
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This is a beautifully produced book with a distinctive visual style that originated as lithographic prints. The limited colour palette and surreal nature-creatures call to mind Tove Jansson’s Toffel, the minor Moomin mate who went on to inspire stand-alone titles: high praise indeed.
An Áit a nEitlíonn na Madaí Crainn is a contemplative, dreamy picture book that celebrates the connection between man and nature. There is rhyme and rhythm in the small verses that move the story forward. They have a poetic flavour and are almost like a poem or song when read together. The voice of Lus na mBan Sí is heard throughout the book as she advises the young girl and reminds her of the wonders of nature. This is a book for children, but it is one that would also suit adults because of the beauty of the book itself and the encouragement for reflection contained within. It is a beautiful picture book, but you could also call it a mantra or a meditative poem that gives the reader a break from the mind and celebrates the simple beauty of nature.
