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Travels of an Extraordinary Hamster by Astrid Desbordes & ill. by Pauline Martin Book suitable for ages: 6 to 9
THE AUTHOR Astrid Desbordes studied philosophy and currently divides her time between writing and editing. She has written books on philosophy and religion for adults, and one previous book for children, Reflections of a Solitary Hamster, which was published in English by Gecko Press. The illustrator Pauline Martin was born in Paris in 1975. She is a graphic designer and illustrator, and has written two autobiographical graphic novels for adults. She illustrated Reflections of a Solitary Hamster. also available from gecko press • Reflections of a Solitary Hamster
A funny, full-colour early chapter book told entirely in pictures and speech bubbles—it will capture adults as well as young readers. about the book Hamster lives in the clearing among his friends Mole, Snail, Hedgehog, and Rabbit. They are very accepting of Hamster, who is unapologetically selfish but somehow endearing. Hamster is determined to visit his cousins on the moon. He knows they must be eager to meet him. But his friends decide to go to the North Pole instead. Reviews “This selfish, greedy, vainglorious Hamster is so bad he is good— and it is great to see him back ... A delight.” —Weekend Herald (NZ) “A delightfully subtle take on the issue of egotism ... Quiet philosophical reflection is at the heart of this charming book. Recommended.”—Reading Time (NZ) ABOUT GECKO PRESS Gecko Press, founded in 2005, is a New Zealand-based independent publisher of curiously good children’s books. Gecko Press publish award winning books for kids. We produce books from around the world, international best selling books, and recommended books for children.
Ages 7 to infinity 240 x 150mm 128 pages Paperback ISBN: 978-1-927271-83-4 Origin: France
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