The Doorman's Repose
School year: Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 88
Published: 2017
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In "The Doorman's Repose" by Chris Raschka, readers are taken on a contemplative journey through the life of a doorman who stands watch at the entrance of a building. As he observes the ebb and flow of life around him, the doorman reflects on the stories of those who pass by, capturing moments of connection, solitude, and the simple beauty of everyday interactions. The narrative unfolds with a gentle rhythm, illustrating themes of presence, mindfulness, and the quiet significance of one's role, while celebrating the ordinary magic found in the human experience. Raschka's poetic prose invites readers to pause and appreciate the world around them. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
There are 88 pages in this book. This book was published in 2017 by The New York Review of Books, Inc .
Chris Raschka is a writer-illustrator of over sixty books for children. Among them are Charlie Parker