Marcel the Shell With Shoes On: Things About Me
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Jenny Slate, the voice of Marcel, is an alum of Saturday Night Live and plays Stella on HBO's Bored to Death. Dean Fleischer-Camp is a writer, director, and animator whose work has screened at film festivals around the world. They live together in Brooklyn, New York. Watch the video and learn more at: www.deanfleischercamp.com.
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61 of 66 people found the following review helpful
By Terra
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
When I first discovered Marcel about a year ago, I was eighteen. I was immediately in love. Now, he has a second short, an iPhone app, and a book, and I couldn't be happier.
Marcel embodies the type of existence which I aim to live myself. He is kind, funny, and talented, and he lives at very low means (he "drives" a ~bug~). More importantly, though, is the quiet confidence he exudes. He IS tiny and he IS seemingly insignificant, yet he has found the facets of him that make him special (his voice, for instance), and he sees value in them- leading others to see value in them AND him. And that's a lesson I think every person needs; that regardless of the significance of your job or the weightiness of your talents or your place in the world, with a little kindness and self-confidence, it will be apparent to others that you ARE worthwhile, unique, and beautiful. Sometimes it's hard with all of the other struggling people in the world to remember this. Marcel so gently and so eloquently gives every one of us a pat on the back and reminds us to "like ourselves." He perfectly represents that little voice in us that nudges us to go forth and keep moving, even if there is no obvious reason to. The Marcel movies and book will ever so slightly shift your perception of the world and of yourself to just a little sunnier a vista.
And on top of all of this, he is so painfully adorable that when you read about his life in this beautifully crafted book, your heart will surely swell to double its size.
"Guess why I smile all the time."
"Why?"
"Because it's worth it."
Marcel embodies the type of existence which I aim to live myself. He is kind, funny, and talented, and he lives at very low means (he "drives" a ~bug~). More importantly, though, is the quiet confidence he exudes. He IS tiny and he IS seemingly insignificant, yet he has found the facets of him that make him special (his voice, for instance), and he sees value in them- leading others to see value in them AND him. And that's a lesson I think every person needs; that regardless of the significance of your job or the weightiness of your talents or your place in the world, with a little kindness and self-confidence, it will be apparent to others that you ARE worthwhile, unique, and beautiful. Sometimes it's hard with all of the other struggling people in the world to remember this. Marcel so gently and so eloquently gives every one of us a pat on the back and reminds us to "like ourselves." He perfectly represents that little voice in us that nudges us to go forth and keep moving, even if there is no obvious reason to. The Marcel movies and book will ever so slightly shift your perception of the world and of yourself to just a little sunnier a vista.
And on top of all of this, he is so painfully adorable that when you read about his life in this beautifully crafted book, your heart will surely swell to double its size.
"Guess why I smile all the time."
"Why?"
"Because it's worth it."
26 of 29 people found the following review helpful
By OxfordComma
Format:Hardcover
Earlier tonight, I went to an event for this book. The authors did a reading, and the whole audience loved it--especially the kids. I bought a copy for my old elementary school's library. Kids will love Marcel and his companions, and adults will appreciate the humor and beautiful illustrations.
15 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By J. Gebhardt
Format:Hardcover
My 4 year old son and I both laugh out loud when we read this book together. The illustrations are as charming as Marcel himself. I was looking for something new at the bookstore for bedtime...well, we must read this book 3-4 times a day. My older 10 year old thinks it's pretty cute too.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By ikirkwood62
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
... a lentil.
Marcel the Shell with Shoes On is perhaps the biggest and best underdog of modern youtube experience. As a tiny shell with shoes, Marcel gets caught up in many different issues, but he never let's them get to him. Instead, he keeps a positive outlook and replaces the things he doesn't have with things he did.
The World could learn a lot from Marcel. He has some self-esteem issues, but, he is a shell, so he gets over them quickly. He is optimistic to the very end, and always adorable.
If you aren't familiar with the character of Marcel, go to youtube nd watch the original video (Marcel the Shell with Shoes On) and then the sequel (Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, 2). They are near masterpieces. Then buy this book. Kids will love it, adults will laugh at it.
I am 17 years old, and a pretty intellectual guy. Last year, after taking the AP exam for AP Biology, my teacher would let us watch youtube videos during class. This was one we kept watching. Marcel is an inspiration for all ages. Please don't pass him up.
(P.S. I think this review has a higher wordcount than the book itself, but the pictures are really really nice, and it is a nice keepsake/gift.)
Marcel the Shell with Shoes On is perhaps the biggest and best underdog of modern youtube experience. As a tiny shell with shoes, Marcel gets caught up in many different issues, but he never let's them get to him. Instead, he keeps a positive outlook and replaces the things he doesn't have with things he did.
The World could learn a lot from Marcel. He has some self-esteem issues, but, he is a shell, so he gets over them quickly. He is optimistic to the very end, and always adorable.
If you aren't familiar with the character of Marcel, go to youtube nd watch the original video (Marcel the Shell with Shoes On) and then the sequel (Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, 2). They are near masterpieces. Then buy this book. Kids will love it, adults will laugh at it.
I am 17 years old, and a pretty intellectual guy. Last year, after taking the AP exam for AP Biology, my teacher would let us watch youtube videos during class. This was one we kept watching. Marcel is an inspiration for all ages. Please don't pass him up.
(P.S. I think this review has a higher wordcount than the book itself, but the pictures are really really nice, and it is a nice keepsake/gift.)
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By Karen
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
The pictures are great and the story is ok. The greatest disappointment though is the printing or writing. It is a strange cursive, that is very difficult for children to decipher what the words are, so reading on their own is not possible. When reading with children, it is great for them to see words that look familiar and they can identify time after time. It is not possible with the print in this book. I think descriptions on Amazon should alert buyers when something is this different from the norm.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I had this book sent to my grandson after seeing a story about the authors on TV and watching the very clever videos. My son reported that my grandson really liked it but he was not able to read it himself. For some reason, the authors (publisher?) printed it in cursive writing. They are teaching cursive in very few elementary schools now so that makes it difficult to use as a "read it yourself" book.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By P. Bieber
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
If you enjoyed the you tube videos you will enjoy this book! It is fun to get someone to read it with the Marcel voice!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Morela
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I liked the book, but I was a little dissapointed with it. I was expecting it to be exactly like the video. Hopefully they make it one day. The shoud make the letters a little easier to read for kids.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
I didn't want to give it away!
Marcel is so cute that I didn't want to give this book as a gift. However, I am in my mid-40's and my niece is 6 so I think it's more appropriate for her. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Slick
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great for Adults and Children
A wonderful story that teaches you that it's ok to be yourself because with all your imperfections, you are perfect. :)
Published 1 month ago by M. Quintana
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it
This book is so cute, if you know the video. It was a fun gift for my preteen sister's birthday.
Published 1 month ago by A. Madsen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Marcel the Shell With Shoes On: Things About Me
I am a Nanny. I read this book one night. One of my favorite kids received for a gift. I laughed soooo hard. Most young ones do not get it. But really a GREAT book.
Published 1 month ago by Joy Taber
5.0 out of 5 stars
I love this book!
This is a perfect gift book or a keeper for those who love beautiful illustrations with lots of self-deprecating humor. A really special one of a kind insight into a hidden world.
Published 3 months ago by William
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great for young and old!
First saw Marcel on YouTube, then heard a rumor this book was coming out. I don't have kids, and actually enjoy this book as much as the YouTube clips.... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Twirllagirl
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleaver Story
great artwork, cute an cleaver story..Really set the imagination of little children into action. My 5 year old grandson loved it.. His older sister enjoyed reading it to him
Published 3 months ago by Linda W
5.0 out of 5 stars
Marcel the Shell
This book is very unique and peaks the interest of my grand-daughter with the charming pictures and ideas. She loves it and so do I.
Published 3 months ago by Allayne C Orr
5.0 out of 5 stars
i now have the soundboard app on my phone, makes me smile everytime
This was the happy moment of my week, instantly all my stress & nerves were released once I found this book & began reading it aloud in my personal Marcel imitation, I didn't even... Read more
Published 3 months ago by M. Miller
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great!
Great gift for a fan of Marcel the Shell. The book is a great quality item, the pages are high gloss, and there's more to the books than the videos, so you don't have to worry... Read more
Published 4 months ago by comebakoftheyear
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