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Graeme Base

    6. apríl 1958

    Graeme Base je austrálsky umelec a autor detských kníh, známy svojimi detailnými a nápaditými ilustráciami. Jeho diela často skúmajú svet fantázie a dobrodružstva, pričom vtiahnu mladých čitateľov do prepracovaných vizuálnych príbehov. Base kladie dôraz na hravé jazykové prvky a vizuálne hádanky, ktoré podporujú aktívne zapojenie a objavovanie. Jeho jedinečný štýl kombinuje umeleckú zručnosť s naratívnym rozprávaním, čím vytvára knihy, ktoré sú rovnako pútavé pre rodičov ako pre deti.

    The Eleventh Hour. A Curious Mystery
    Animalia
    The Water Hole
    The Last King of Angkor Wat
    The Eleventh Hour
    The Sign of the Seahorse: A Tale of Greed and High Adventure in Two Acts
    • 2019

      The Last King of Angkor Wat

      • 36 stránok
      • 2 hodiny čítania

      The Mighty Contest Four formidable jungle animals-all contenders for the crown-battle for the title of the Greatest King. Who among them is truly fit to rule? The Mysterious Encounter A chance meeting with an enigmatic visitor sets each animal on a journey of self-discovery. They come to realise the values that are most important- not just strength, but wisdom, courage, and kindness. What Sets This Book Apart *A Timeless Tale- This fable transcends time, teaching valuable life lessons in a captivating way. *Illustrative Brilliance- Experience the dense, lush and fabulous artistry, quintessentially Graeme Base. *Deep Moral Lessons- The story isn't just about becoming a king, it's about understanding what makes one truly great. *Vivid Setting- Transport yourself to a jungle so richly illustrated, it feels as alive as the characters inhabiting it. *Ideal for All Ages- While designed with younger readers in mind, the story's moral depth and artistic detail make it suitable for readers of all ages. Embark on this enlightening journey through the lush jungles of self-discovery and wisdom - add this masterpiece to your collection today!

      The Last King of Angkor Wat
    • 2015

      Eye to Eye

      • 42 stránok
      • 2 hodiny čítania
      3,8(44)Ohodnotiť

      The story follows a brave and curious child who embarks on an adventurous journey, flying over mountains and diving into the depths of the sea. This exploration allows him to encounter a range of creatures, from the tiny to the gigantic, revealing the fascinating connections among all Earth's inhabitants, including humans. Celebrated for its imaginative perspective, this picture book offers a unique view of the natural world and the relationships that bind its diverse creatures.

      Eye to Eye
    • 2010

      The Golden Snail has been banished to the ends of the earth and Wilbur sets out on a mission to free it. Along the way he makes friends who save him from rough seas and mazes of madness, returning him safely home. Visit Graeme Base online at: graemebase.com

      The Legend of the Golden Snail
    • 2008

      Bertie Badger loves to visit the Retirement Home for Elderly Magicians and watch his grandpa perform magic tricks. But one day all the magicians’ props go missing, so Bertie sets off to investigate. Can he solve the mystery in time to save the show?

      Enigma. A Magical Mystery
    • 2001

      The Water Hole

      • 32 stránok
      • 2 hodiny čítania
      4,3(2850)Ohodnotiť

      In the tradition of his best-selling alphabet book, Animalia, author and illustrator Graeme Base takes young readers on an exhilarating journey of discovery with an ingenious fusion of counting book, puzzle book, storybook, and art book. From the plains of Africa and the jungles of the Amazon to the woodlands of North America and the deserts of outback Australia, the animals come together to drink from the water hole. But their water supply is diminishing. What's going on? Each sumptuous landscape illustration conceals hidden animal pictures for readers to find as they count the animals that visit the water hole and try to solve the will the animals come back or is their water source gone forever?

      The Water Hole
    • 1999

      Castigated for defying tradition and playing an original tune on his Splingtwanger, thirteen-year-old Sprocc leaves Planet Bipp in search of musical freedom and enters the annual Worst Band in the Universe Competition. Includes a CD of songs supposedly recorded by the bands in the story.

      The Worst Band in the Universe
    • 1998

      Set against the backdrop of the Seahorse Cafe, this story weaves romance and mystery as Pearl Trout falls for Corporal Bert the Soldiercrab. With Reeftown facing a perilous threat, Pearl, Bert, and her brother Finneus embark on an adventurous quest through the ocean depths. Their mission is to uncover the source of a deadly poison wreaking havoc on the coral reef, blending elements of love and danger in a vibrant underwater world. Full color illustrations enhance this captivating tale.

      The Sign of the Seahorse: A Tale of Greed and High Adventure in Two Acts
    • 1993

      The Eleventh Hour

      • 32 stránok
      • 2 hodiny čítania
      4,3(9127)Ohodnotiť

      Horace turns eleven and celebrates with a splendid party! But when the time comes for the birthday banquet, a most bizarre mystery is revealed. Visit graemebase.com

      The Eleventh Hour
    • 1992

      Rhyming picture book for children aged five years and over, about the evil doings of Groper and his sharks, and how they are foiled by the intrepid Pearl Trout and Corporal Bert of the Soldiercrab army. The author/illustrator's previous books include the internationally renowned TAnimalia' and TThe Eleventh Hour'.

      The Sign of the Seahorse
    • 1989

      The Eleventh Hour. A Curious Mystery

      • 44 stránok
      • 2 hodiny čítania

      When the special feast that was to be eaten at the elephant's eleventh birthday party is stolen, the reader is invited to guess the identity of the thief.

      The Eleventh Hour. A Curious Mystery