The Red Tree
No. of pages 32
Published: 2010
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"The Red Tree" by Shaun Tan is a poignant illustrated story that follows a young girl experiencing feelings of loneliness and despair. As she navigates a world filled with shadows and uncertainty, she finds herself reflecting on her emotions and perceptions. The narrative is complemented by striking and surreal illustrations, which depict the girl's struggles and longing for hope. Ultimately, a vibrant red tree emerges, symbolizing possibility and resilience. The story captures the complexity of human emotions and the journey towards finding light amidst darkness, encouraging readers to embrace hope and the beauty of imagination. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 6-8 years.
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 2010 by Hachette Australia .
Shaun Tan is an Australian artist, writer and film maker. He won an Academy Award for The Lost Thing, a 2011 animated film adaptation of a 2000 picture book he wrote and illustrated.