It has won the Leipzig Book Fair children’s choice award and the Nimmerland picture book award. The book has been translated from German by Sally-Ann Spencer and published by Gecko Press. This is a poignant book that touches on themes of loneliness and isolation, and the joy that companionship, especially children, can bring to the lives of the isolated elderly. The companionship she didn’t know she needed brings colour to Elise’s own face and to her surroundings. He brings colour and light with him as he explores and plays in Elise’s house. Then the boy appears, with his red cap and shorts, and colour following him wherever he goes. Elise’s house and life are brown and grey. Her use of colour really brings this story to life. Damm uses an unusual technique of producing a diorama of each scene, creating a three dimensional image that focusses attention on the key characters as cut outs juxtaposed against their backgrounds. The illustrations in this book are just exquisite. The next day there is a knock at the door. : The Visitor (9781776571895) by Damm, Antje and a great selection of similar New, Used and Collectible Books available now at great prices. Something strange flies through her window. Does desertcart have 100 authentic and legit Antje Damm. She doesn’t go out and she cleans her house every day to keep it nice and tidy. We can deliver the Antje Damm products speedily without the hassle of shipping, customs or duties. It is unique, heartfelt and beautiful.Įlise is scared of everything. This is one of those special picture books that leaves a lasting impression.
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