Manfish: A Story of Jacques Cousteau by Jennifer Berne (English) Paperback Book

Description: Manfish by Jennifer Berne, Éric Puybaret In this lovely biography, now in paperback, poetic text and gorgeous paintings come together to create a portrait of famed oceanographer, Jacques Cousteau, that is as magical as it is inspiring FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Once upon a time in France, a baby was born under the summer sun. His parents named him Jacques. As he grew, Jacques fell in love with the sea. He dreamed of breathing beneath the waves and swimming as gracefully as a fish. In fact, he longed to become a manfish. Jacques Cousteau grew up to become a champion of the seas and one of the best-known oceanographers in the world. In this lovely biography, poetic text and gorgeous paintings come together to create a portrait of Cousteau that is as magical as it is inspiring. Notes A biography of the oceanographer for younger readers, with poetic text and gorgeous illustrations by Eric Puybaret. Author Biography Jennifer Berne grew up in New York City where she was active in dance and theater as a child. As an adult, she and her artist husband, Nick, designed a sailboat, which they sailed from Maine to the Bahamas. Jennifer writes about the subjects she loves most—our amazing universe and the people who are passionate about it. Award-winning illustrator Eric Puybaret was born in Vichy, France. He attended the historic Ecole Nationale Superieure des Arts Decoratifs in Paris, where he specialized in illustration. He has since illustrated several books for children and is particularly excited to have worked on Manfish: A Story of Jacques Cousteau because he spends much of his free time diving and enjoying the sea. Review KIRKUS REVIEWS, STARRED REVIEW This moving tribute to the great nautical observer and filmmaker is shot through with an authentically childlike sense of adventure and the thrill of discovery....is certain to inspire fresh interest in discovering, and in caring for, our worlds wonders.BOOKLIST, STARRED REVIEW Berne\s simple language is both lyrical and concise....Puybaret\s smooth-looking acrylic paintings extend the words\ elegant simplicity... Details ISBN1452141231 Author Éric Puybaret Year 2015 ISBN-10 1452141231 ISBN-13 9781452141237 Media Book Pages 38 Publisher Chronicle Books Imprint Chronicle Books Subtitle A Story of Jacques Cousteau Country of Publication United States DEWEY 551.46092 Short Title MANFISH Language English Illustrations Full colour throughout Format Paperback Place of Publication San Francisco UK Release Date 2015-05-11 NZ Release Date 2015-05-11 US Release Date 2015-05-11 Publication Date 2015-05-11 Illustrator Éric Puybaret Audience Children / Juvenile Audience Age 4-6 AU Release Date 2015-03-31 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:93958973;

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