The Sand Horse
No. of pages 32
Published: 2002
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There are 32 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 2002 by Andersen Press Ltd .
Michael Foreman has won the Kate Greenaway Medal twice. His books are published all over the world. Ann Turnbull was born in Hertford. Her first novel was published in 1974, and since then she has written nearly 30 books for children and young people of all ages. She is married with two children and lives in the West Midlands.
"Beautifully written and illustrated, ...a perfect example of how a story can be firmly rooted in reality and yet float gently off and develop into an irresistible fantasy." -- Sally Grindley
"A poetic and haunting picture book." * The Signal *
"Picture books of this calibre are rare and we cannot recommend this one more highly." * Books for Children *
"The best children's book illustrations he has ever done." * Observer *
"Ann Turnbull's story of art and liberty is a simple yet affecting tale. The plight of the sand horse is moving for all that it is inanimate and its wild joy once transformed is almost infectious. Furthermore, the story is brought joyously to life by the evocative illustrations of Michael Foreman, a resident of St Ives." * Write Away *