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The Bird, the Spider and the Octopus

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If you've ever read any of Michel Gagne's previous books, then be prepared for a complete surprise! This book is something of a departure, taking a funnier and slightly more twisted approach to storytelling. The volume's tone can best be summed up by reading Michel's biography at the back of the book - "Michel Gagne was born in Canada. He lost an eye at the age of twelve." Composed of a series of three bizarre and humorous short stories about a bird, a spider, and an octopus, the book features Michel's always wonderful-looking art.Inside, there's a number of drawings of familiar animals - birds, bats, rats, crabs, etc. - but the way Michel draws them is anything but conventional. His drawings deliver a completely unique take on these animals, unlike the traditional and safe interpetations you find most other illustrators using. If you like Michel's work, or want to see some great illustrated stories, then this is a must-have addition to your library.

Another delightful surprise from Michel Gagne. Both in format and in its dark subject matter. I enjoyed the stories but would have wished them a little longer. Although I initially enjoyed the quick surprise endings, Each fantastical character created was, I thought, deserving of a longer treatment to their story. The illustrations are impeccable like in the previous books. And as always, the message is vividly rendered in the unique style of the author.

I have all of Mr. Gagne's books and I have to say that this is his best to date. The Bird, the Spider and The Octopus could be seen as a departure from his first 3 works but I suspect that it is a sign of what is to come. I anxiously await his next book.

Michel Gagne no solo a regrezado con un nuevo tomo en su serie de libros de fabulas, si no que nos a vuelto a sorprender y diria yo a sobrepasado cualquier expectacion en su arte. Al igual que en los otros titulos, el arte y diseño es exquisito, original y altamente visual, lo que parece haber tomado una nueva ruta, es la tematica intellectual.

Este libro nos lleva a un lugar no tan frecuentado por autores modernos. Gagne, toma un gran riesgo al descender a un nivel altamente personal, tal parece que este libro es un testamento a los dolores y tragedias que el autor a vivido. Su valor triunfa al brindarnos tres historias que mas que entretener, fascinan por su contenido moral y espiritual.

Ojala y Gagne siga esta ruta y continue explorando los laberintos de su ser, de ser asi, tendremos varias sorpresas por las cuales celebrar!

The fourth book in the ever growing collection of Michel Gagne's titles. A whimsical tale of three odd and peculiar characters each dealing with inner issues that are dispalyed in the twisted yet cute and humorous style that only Michel Gagne can bring to story telling. Brings a smile to my face each and everytime I read it, especially the octupus story.