Psalm 23 (Master Illustrator Series, The) [Hardcover]

Barry Moser (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 29, 2008 | Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up | Series: Master Illustrator Series, The (Book 2)

The Master Illustrator Series celebrates Scripture through the vivid compositions of acclaimed contemporary artists commissioned specifically for this series. Each artist's exquisite interpretation of selected Bible verses is both unique and expressive. The vividly expressive watercolor compositions of acclaimed illustrator Barry Moser combine with the NIV's translation of Psalm 23, resulting in a unique and endearing interpretation of Scripture. Part of The Master Illustrator Series, Psalm 23 will surely become a classic, delighting readers young and old for years to come. About the Series:

Editorial Reviews

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'Moser strives to accentuate mood and nature, and the paintings in this book, more impressionistic than his portraiture, highlight the feeling that as God watches over us, we watch over those in our charge.' -- Booklist

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About the Author

Barry Moser is the prizewinning illustrator and designer of nearly three hundred books for children and adults. He is widely celebrated for his dramatic wood engravings for the only twentieth-century edition of the entire King James Bible illustrated by a single artist. He is the Printer to the College at Smith College where he is Professor in Residence in the department of art. His work can be found in the National Gallery of Art, Washington DC; the Metropolitan Museum; and The Victoria and Albert Museum, London, among scores of other libraries and collections. He lives in western Massachusetts.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Zonderkidz (January 29, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0310710855
• ISBN-13: 978-0310710851
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #871,229 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Barry Moser is the prizewinning illustrator and designer of nearly three hundred books for children and adults. He is widely celebrated for his dramatic wood engravings for the only twentieth-century edition of the entire King James Bible illustrated by a single artist. He is the Printer to the College at Smith College where he is Professor in Residence in the department of art. His work can be found in the National Gallery of Art, Washington DC; the Metropolitan Museum; and The Victoria and Albert Museum, London, among scores of other libraries and collections. He lives in western Massachusetts.

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning Good Shepherd Psalm set in modern day Antigua. LOVE IT!, June 10, 2008

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Melissa Pittenger (Port Orchard, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Psalm 23 (Master Illustrator Series, The) (Hardcover)

Psalm 23 is a favorite at our house and all of our kids have put it to memory by their 2nd year. We've developed a collection of sorts of Psalm 23 books over the years. I was drawn to the cover, and as I was flipping through it it reminded me very much of my childhood. I grew up in the Caribbean, as the daughter of a Lutheran missionary. At the end of the book the artist thanks Akimba Thomas, the boy who posed for the illustrations, from Willikies Village, Antigua... Antigua is MY island! No wonder it looked so familiar! In fact just 5 days after discovering this book my husband and I are taking our 4 kids there and this book is coming with us. I'm hoping to find Akimba and his family to see if they will autograph our copy!

Obviously we have a very personal connection to this book, but it would be well loved by anyone. The combination of the beautiful comfort offered in Psalm 23 (NIV version for those of you who are wondering--that's the only thing I would change, I love the poetic King James version for Psalm 23 and Luke 2...) together with really beautiful watercolor illustrations (look for hidden monsters in the dark "valley of the shadow of death" and the face of Christ veiled in the beautiful sunset over the sea in "I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.")would make this a fast favorite in any Christian home.

Update: We found Akimbe (how he spells his name.) on our trip and had him autograph our copy. He had not seen the book yet so we got to share it with him and his family for the first time and left a copy for him. Moser really captured his likeness.