Sho and the Demons of the Deep (Folktale) [Library Binding]

Annouchka Galouchko (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 7 and up | Grade Level: 2 and up | Series: Folktale

Set in ancient Japan, this award-winning story is a spiritual yet lighthearted tale offering a fanciful account of how kites came to be.

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About the Author

Annouchka Gravel Galouchko was born in Montreal, but has since lived in Iran, Egypt, Mexico and Austria. This award-winning author and illustrator has illustrated several books, including The Nutmeg Princess and The Treasures of Trinkamalee. Now, Annouchka works full-time as an artist in mixed media.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 7 and up
  
• Library Binding: 32 pages
• Publisher: Annick Press (March 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1550373986
• ISBN-13: 978-1550373981
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,264,397 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beauty, Inspiration, Tranquility., February 3, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Sho and the Demons of the Deep (Folktale) (Library Binding)

Galouchko's original story is so inspired that it could easily be mistaken as a myth. In her paintings, even the rocks breathe and the ocean senses. It pulses with life, and honours our humanity. I have seldom come across a book which expresses compassion and restores dignity so simply and playfully.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars fear and liberation, June 11, 2000

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This review is from: Sho and the Demons of the Deep (Paperback)

This story is one of strong significance for it addresses fear and liberation... A true testament to art as therapy! As an elementary art teacher, I use this book in the classroom in connection with none other than a kite-making project. It is amazing to watch the children grow from this singular story! Annouchka Gravel Galouchko's (and how is that said?) colorfully detailed illustrations do great justice to this inspirational Asian myth. The way she uses clusters of pattern, shape and color to direct the flow of the viewer's attention throughout an image is musical and captivating. With what seem to be thousands of eyes peering at the reader at each turn of a page, Galouchko undoubtedly reminds us that there is heart and soul in all of nature.