The Hollyhock Wall
Published: 1999
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"The Hollyhock Wall" by Martin Waddell tells the story of a young boy who is drawn to the vibrant hollyhocks that grow against a wall in his garden. As he explores his surroundings, he finds solace and wonder in the beauty of nature, discovering the joys of imagination and the passage of time. The narrative captures themes of innocence, the magic of childhood, and the connection between the boy and his environment. Through simple yet poetic language, Waddell paints a vivid picture of the boy's experiences, evoking a sense of nostalgia and appreciation for the little things in life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.
This book was published in 1999 by Candlewick Press (MA) .
Martin Waddell is widely acknowledged as one of the greatest living writers of books for children. He has won many awards for his work, including the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Award in 2004. "Working in 3 dimensions was an exciting way to communicate my ideas," writes Salley Mavor. "I never thought that the assemblages and experiments I presented for critique would ever turn into a workable illustration technique. " Salley Mavor is an award-winning children's book illustrator and the owner of Wee Folk Studio. She lives on Cape Cod in Massachusetts. Visit her website at www. weefolkstudio. com.
