"The Great Bear" by Armin Greder is a powerful narrative that explores themes of fear, solitude, and the unknown. The story follows a character who encounters a great, mythical bear that embodies both danger and beauty. As the protagonist grapples with feelings of isolation and dread, the bear serves as a symbol of the wilderness and the primal instincts that lie within us all. Through minimalist yet evocative illustrations, Greder invites readers to confront the complexities of their fears and the significance of connection, ultimately leading to a profound realization about acceptance and understanding amidst the wilderness of life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Walker Classics .

This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.

There are 40 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2010 by Walker Books Australia .

Armin Greder was born in Switzerland. In 1971 he migrated to Australia where he worked as a graphic designer and later taught design and illustration at a tertiary art institution. Books he has authored and illustrated include The Island, The City and Australia to Z. His work, in which charcoal is prominent, reflects his European background. He is the recipient of a number of international recognitions such as the Bologna Ragazzi Award and has been nominated for the Hans Christian Andersen Prize. He now lives in Lima, Peru. Libby Gleeson's work has been shortlisted for awards by the Children's Book Council nine times. Julie Vivas's titles include The Very Best of Friends, Winner of the Children's Book Council of Australia's Picture Book of the Year Award.