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The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau Hardcover – June 11, 2012

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  • Age Range: 5 - 9 years
  • Grade Level: Kindergarten - 4
  • Lexile Measure: 800L (What's this?)
  • Hardcover: 34 pages
  • Publisher: Eerdmans Books for Young Readers (June 11, 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0802853641
  • ISBN-13: 978-0802853646
  • Product Dimensions: 10 x 0.3 x 8.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 starsJungle book
By E. R. Bird HALL OF FAMETOP 500 REVIEWER on November 5, 2012
Format: Hardcover
I'm not ashamed to say it, though perhaps I should be. Still, it's true. Though I grew up in the middle class with a good education and a stint at a liberal arts college there are huge gaping gaps in my knowledge that have consistently been filled in over the years by children's books. I know that I am not alone in this. When I worked in NYPL's Central Children's Room we had any number of regular adult patrons that would come in seeking children's books on a variety of different topics so that they could learn about them in a non-threatening fashion. At its best a children's book takes a complex subject and synthesizes it down to its most essential parts. Simple enough. But if you're dealing with a picture book biography, it then has to turn a human life in a cohesive (child friendly) story. No mean feat. So when I saw this picture book bio of the artist Henri Rousseau I was immediately arrested by its art. Then I sort of came to realize that when it came to the man himself, I knew nothing. Next to nothing. I may never win a Jeopardy round or a game of Trivial Pursuit but thanks to great books like this one I may someday attain the education of a seven-year-old. There are worse fates in the world. These days, seven-year-olds get all the good stuff.

Your everyday average forty-year-old toll collector doesn't usually drop everything to become a painter, yet that's exactly what one did back in the 19th century. His name was Henri Rousseau and though he never took an art course in his life (art lessons aren't exactly available on a toll collector's budget) he does his research, looks at art, sits himself down, and begins to paint. He's incredibly excited after his first big exhibition but his reviews say mostly "mean things" about his art.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsFantastic book for kids AND parents ! !
By Laura Lacamara on July 13, 2012
Format: Hardcover
There are two things that make this book stand head and shoulders above many other works: the clear, evocative, concise writing AND the stunning, imaginative, lush illustrations. I found the subject matter intriguing and significant. Although I was quite familiar with the famous imagery of Henri Rousseau, there was so much about his life that I DIDN'T know before I read this wonderful book. I HIGHLY recommend it to parents, teachers, and art appreciators of all ages!

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5.0 out of 5 starsFantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau
By M. Tanenbaum VINE VOICE on November 26, 2012
Format: Hardcover
The life and art of French artist Henri Rousseau are vividly brought to life in a recent release by author Michelle Markel and illustrator Amanda Hall. Rousseau is best known for his post-impressionist paintings depicting jungle scenes, although he never left France. Rousseau, we learn from Markel's succinct yet poetic text, wants to be an artist, even though he is 40 years old, a toll collector, and has never had any art training. "Why? Because he loves nature. Because when he strolls through the parks of Paris, it's like the flowers open their hearts, the trees spread their arms, and the sun is a blushing ruby, all for him."

With no money for art lessons, Rousseau studies the paintings at the Louvre, photographs, illustrations, animals at the zoo, and leaves, plants and flowers from the local botanical garden, where he is particularly enraptured by the tropical plants. Although his work is ridiculed by the art critics, Henri perseveres, spending all his money on art supplies and supplementing his income by giving music lessons. Although the art establishment continues to belittle his work, several younger artists, including the already well-known Picasso, eventually recognize his talent. Now, of course, his paintings are in museums world-wide, and he is recognized as an artistic genius.

The illustrations by Amanda Hall pay tribute to Rousseau's "primitive" style, with its flattened shapes, vivid colors, detailed leaves and plants, and unusual perspective. Many of the illustrations draw directly on Rousseau's paintings for inspiration, and adults will recognize some of his most famous works such as "Sleeping Gypsy." Even the endpapers echo Rousseau's easily recognizable style, with its jungle leaves, flowers, and animals.Read more ›
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4.0 out of 5 starsInspiring
By Debnance at Readerbuzz on July 7, 2012
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Nobody thought Henri Rousseau could paint. Did that stop him? No, he painted on, past cruel remarks and vicious critiques and scathing reviews. On and on he paints. On and on he learns new things about painting. Do the critics change their minds? No, they continue to laugh at him, calling his paintings childish. Rousseau knows the critics are right, but he does not care. On and on he goes, painting, painting, painting. It is only at the very end of his life that people change their minds about him, and it is only now, a hundred years later, that his paintings hang in museums all over the world and people revere him as a great artist.

An inspiring true story that I found to be perfect for the young readers at my primary school. I can't wait to share this book with them.
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5.0 out of 5 starsSharp.
By Jeff Lynne is Genius on December 23, 2012
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I picked this book up for my local library who had a "Giving Tree" request list and our family reads. A lot. My ten year old really liked the story- okay we read it before we gave it while in the parking lot- and I was really impressed with the illustrations. The coloring of the artwork is fantastic- sharp and bright pictures and a cool story about persistence and pursuing your dreams.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Great simple story for young children

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5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

LOVE this book. I give it as a gift to both kids and adults

Published 3 months ago by bluebreaks
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Great

Published 5 months ago by Lahne Miesko
5.0 out of 5 starsPerfect to interest children in art

Lovely pictures. Perfect to interest children in art.

Published 6 months ago by kitty
5.0 out of 5 starsGood one

Another one I bough for my grandchildren that I'm hanging onto for a while because I like to look at it myself!

Published 8 months ago by Susan C. Williams
5.0 out of 5 starsThis is a beautifully illustrated book which tells the story of...

This is a beautifully illustrated book which tells the story of Rousseau in a way that shows children what it means to follow your passion and your heart no matter what others may... Read more

Published 11 months ago by Ms. Jyoti Thomas
5.0 out of 5 starsAdventure for the mind

The grandkids just love this and have almost worn it out. Very imaginative book.

Published 12 months ago by WriterGal
5.0 out of 5 starsKids loved it.

Enjoyable way to teach First Graders about Henri Rousseau. Used this along with How Giraffe Got Such a Long Neck to do an Art Project in Rousseau's style. Kids loved it.

Published 12 months ago by joanfalligant
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Lovely book and great message for kids and adults alike.

Published 13 months ago by Susan Campbell
5.0 out of 5 stars... given it as gifts to older children who have loved it, especially...

I have given it as gifts to older children who have loved it, especially for the gorgeous illustrations.
I plan to give one copy to a local elementary school.

Published 14 months ago by Janet K. Fine

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