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My Friend, the Starfinder

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Not only is this imaginative story a reminder of the wonders of our universe but perhaps most importantly it's the story of a friendship between a small girl and an elderly man. Thus, it is a reminder of what one generation can learn from another and a picture of the unique warmth of their camaraderie.

George Ella Lyon has dedicated this book to the memory of George Dean, the real life starfinder who once lived across the street in a house Lyon's grandfather had built. Just as he's shown in Stephen Gammell's arresting full page watercolor illustrations the author describes him as "tall, thin, kind, and bespectacled."

While his appearance seems ordinary, his experiences were most extraordinary and when he tells about them you believe him - almost.

This is a delightful tale that will not only pique the interest of young readers but also raise questions which may result in fruitful conversations between parent and child.

- Gail Cooke

This short story is absolutely a delight! I am an avid children's picture book collector (yeah... I'm 25), and I'm quite sure it's fair to point this one out as being my most favorite ever. The pictures are absolutely stunning and the story is just so sweet! There really is a gorgeously lyrical poetry to the the text. With such artistically crafted words, I am always reminded to read this book slowly, to savor each word as it dances it's way out of my mouth and into the world. Truly a remarkable story! It's such a neat testament to see here how a children's book can be such an exquisite work of artistry!