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The Flat Rabbit - by Bárdur Oskarsson (Hardcover)
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Highlights
- When a dog and a rat come upon a rabbit flattened on the road in their neighborhood, they contemplate her situation, wondering what they should do to help her.
- 4 Years
- 9.1" x 9.2" Hardcover
- 40 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Social Themes
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Book Synopsis
When a dog and a rat come upon a rabbit flattened on the road in their neighborhood, they contemplate her situation, wondering what they should do to help her. They decide it can't be much fun to lie there: she should be moved. But how? And to where? Finally, the dog comes up with an inspired, and unique, idea and they work together through the night to make it happen. Once finished, they can't be positive, but they think they have done their best to help the flat rabbit get somewhere better than the middle of the road where they found her. Sparely told with simple artwork, The Flat Rabbit treats the concept of death with a sense of compassion and gentle humor - and a note of practicality. In the end, the dog and the rat's caring, thoughtful approach results in an unusual yet perfect way to respect their departed friend.Review Quotes
"A jumping-off point to explore death and compassion."--Travis Jonker "100 Scope Notes"
"A masterwork of minimalist storytelling... full of quiet wit and wistful wonder."--Maria Popova "Brain Pickings"
"A quietly profound new picture book"--Maria Russo "New York Times"
"A very fun, silly tone despite the subject matter."-- "Unshelved"
"As perfectly, honestly childlike in its approach as Margaret Wise Brown and Remy Charlip's classic The Dead Bird, this title should provoke both thought and discussion."
-- "Kirkus Reviews - STARRED REVIEW"
"Honest, secular books for children about death are rare indeed... The Flat Rabbit has joined this short list. I'm glad I gave it another chance."--Catherine Nichols "The Cath in the Hat blog"
"I was touched... when shared one on one, this story will resonate with readers of all ages."-- "Resource Links"
"It's unusually corporeal ... but it's this very tactile wrestling with death that feels so honest."
-- "Booklist, STARRED REVIEW"
"Refreshing and possibly even comforting."-- "Julie Danielson, Seven Impossible Things Before Breakfast"
"Run, don't walk, to get a look at [The] Flat Rabbit. Be sure to look both ways before crossing the street ... The text and the artwork, which are deadpan (pun intended) and charming, are open to many interpretations."-- "Hicklebee's Bookstore, San Jose, CA"
About the Author
Bardur Oskarsson is a Faroese children's writer, illustrator, and artist. He has won several literary awards and his works have been translated into Danish, Norwegian, Icelandic, French, German, and English. He lives in the Faroe Islands, Denmark.Dimensions (Overall): 9.1 Inches (H) x 9.2 Inches (W) x .6 Inches (D)
Weight: .9 Pounds
Suggested Age: 4 Years
Number of Pages: 40
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Social Themes
Publisher: Owlkids
Theme: Death, Grief, Bereavement
Format: Hardcover
Author: Bárdur Oskarsson
Language: English
Street Date: September 15, 2014
TCIN: 1007265788
UPC: 9781771470599
Item Number (DPCI): 247-21-4731
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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