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Float by Daniel Miyares is a breathtaking wordless picture book that whisks readers of all ages into a whimsical realm where imagination and adventure converge. This modern classic encapsulates the essence of childhood wonder through the eyes of a young boy and his beloved paper boat.
As the story unfolds on a rainy day, the boy steps outside with his newspaper boat, prepared to embrace the elements. Each turn of the page reveals vibrant illustrations that breathe life into the boy's joyous escapades as he dances in the rain and splashes through puddles. However, when he releases his boat into a gutter stream, a heartfelt journey commences. Through this adventure, the boy learns not only the exhilaration of exploration but also the profound significance of letting go.
Daniel Miyares' Float is not merely a book; it’s an enchanting experience that captures hearts. This delightful read is perfect for both children and adults, celebrating the beauty of imagination, creativity, and the joy of exploration. Dive into this captivating tale and let your imagination set sail!
ISBN: | 9781481415248 |
Author: | Daniel Miyares |
Format: | Hardback |
Imprint: | Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers |
Publisher: | Simon & Schuster |
Dimensions: | 263 x 185 x 12 mm |
Publication Date: | 11 February, 2016 |
Pagination: | 48 pages, f-c (digital) uncoated stock; (jkt: dimensional uv) |
Weight: | 364g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
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Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’