War - (Aldana Libros) by Jose Jorge Letria (Hardcover)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

A recipient of the prestigious Nami Concours prize, this remarkable book of striking, often surreal illustrations and sparse prose reveals the many sides of war: where it comes from, how it creeps up on us, and how it destroys everything in its wake.

This evocative and bold work is an excellent resource for educators in facilitating difficult yet necessary discussions about wars that continue to be fought around the world.

As Deborah Ellis, author of the Breadwinner series, says: "If children are tough enough to be bombed and starved, they're tough enough to read about it."

An Aldana Libros Book, Greystone Kids

Review Quotes

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"The frank but thoughtful wording and masterfully abstracted illustrations will provide an opportunity for caregivers to broach the heavy subject matter in a safe environment....powerful."
--Kirkus Reviews, STARRED review

"Searing indictment of war....powerful...the words and pictures provide a hunting exposition of the futility of war."
--Booklist

"A sobering look at the consequences--and futility--of war."
--Let's Talk Picture Books

"What is war? This stunning story uses creative illustrations and little verbiage to share the origins and stealthiness of war and how to share the difficult concept with kids."
--TinyBeans

"A book for children that may offer them a way to verbalize the impact of war to those of us who have been lucky enough to not experience it....Haunting. Dark, surreal, and incredibly real."
--Waking Brain Cells

"An effective way to begin a discussion of war at the upper elementary, middle school or even high school level."
--A Kids Book a Day

About the Author

JOSÉ JORGE LETRIA is a journalist, poet, and author of a highly awarded body of children's books. He lives in Lisbon, Portugal.

ANDRÉ LETRIA has worked as an illustrator since 1992. He's won several awards, including an Award of Excellence for Illustration from the Society for News Design. He lives in Lisbon, Portugal.