Beyond the Ridge by Paul Goble (English) Paperback Book

Description: Beyond the Ridge by Paul Goble "Once again Goble has created a stunning picture book interpretation of an aspect of Plains Indian tradition. The story at the heart of this book is the death of an old woman and her subsequent spirit journey. . . . The artwork is Goble at his best".--School Library Journal, starred review. Full color. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Beyond the Ridge shows "Goble at his best" (SLJ) in this beautiful, comforting, and simple book to help children of all ages process and grieve the loss of a loved one. Paul Gobles stunning picture book brings a piece of Plains Indian tradition to life in a way that is certain to comfort children who have experienced loss and the heartbreak it brings. Following the spirt journey of an elder woman after shes passed, Beyond the Ridge will help young readers understand the journey of life through the eyes of a daughter who hears the call of her mother. Author Biography Paul Goble has received wide acclaim for his magnificent books, including Buffalo Woman, Dream Wolf, Her Seven Brothers, and the winner of the 1979 Caldecott Medal, The Girl Who Loved Wild Horses. Commenting on his work in Beyond the Ridge, Horn Book Magazine said, "striking elements synthesize the graphics with the narrative and spiritual aspects of the text." The New York Times Book Review noted that his technique is "a marriage of authentic design and contemporary artistry, and it succeeds beautifully." Paul Gobles most recent book for Bradbury Press, I Sing for the Animals, was called "a lovely, small book that movingly conveys profound belief in the goodness of creation" by Kirkus Reviews, and School Library Journal said it "fits as easily in the hand as Gobles meditations about the natural world do in the heart." Paul Goble has received wide acclaim for his magnificent books, including Buffalo Woman, Dream Wolf, Her Seven Brothers, and the winner of the 1979 Caldecott Medal, The Girl Who Loved Wild Horses. Commenting on his work in Beyond the Ridge, Horn Book Magazine said, "striking elements synthesize the graphics with the narrative and spiritual aspects of the text." The New York Times Book Review noted that his technique is "a marriage of authentic design and contemporary artistry, and it succeeds beautifully." Paul Gobles most recent book for Bradbury Press, I Sing for the Animals, was called "a lovely, small book that movingly conveys profound belief in the goodness of creation" by Kirkus Reviews, and School Library Journal said it "fits as easily in the hand as Gobles meditations about the natural world do in the heart." Kirkus US Review Although LC calls this wonderful, consoling book fiction, it is more truly a prayer, a moving affirmation of death as a natural part of life - and a tribute to the wisdom and culture of the Plains Indians. Quoting several of their memorably poetic prayers, Goble notes that he has "embroidered upon a few of the thoughts which Plains Indian people express. Dying, they say, is like climbing up a long and difficult slope towards a high pine-covered ridge on the Great Plains." Responding to her mothers call, an old woman makes such a journey as her family grieves by her body; from the top, she views a surpassingly beautiful country, burgeoning with flowers and herds of animals, peopled with long-dead loved ones. Meanwhile, her living family follows their traditional ceremony for the dead, mourning yet recognizing that while "the body goes back to the earth. . .the spirit lives forever . . .the dead, and the living, and those who will one day be born are part of a great circle." The meticulously detailed illustrations, joyously celebrating the earths poignant loveliness, are in a style similar to the one used in Her Seven Brothers (p. 362/C-52), with white outlines used to brighten the images. Goble explains that he has left faces blank to allow readers to imagine in their own way. This outstandingly beautiful book should indeed free imaginations to soar. (Kirkus Reviews) Details ISBN0689717318 Author Paul Goble Short Title BEYOND THE RIDGE Pages 32 Language English ISBN-10 0689717318 ISBN-13 9780689717314 Media Book Format Paperback Year 1993 Publication Date 1993-09-30 Imprint Atheneum Books for Young Readers Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Residence Black Hills, SD, US Birth 1933 Audience Age 4-8 Illustrator Paul Goble DOI 10.1604/9780689717314 AU Release Date 1993-09-30 NZ Release Date 1993-09-30 US Release Date 1993-09-30 UK Release Date 1993-09-30 Publisher Simon & Schuster DEWEY 813.54 Illustrations 16col.ill. Audience Children / Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137573826;

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