The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse

By Charlie Mackesy

Hardcover – Illustrated
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"The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse is not only a thought-provoking, discussion-worthy story, the book itself is an object of art."- Elizabeth Egan, The New York Times

From British illustrator, artist, and author Charlie Mackesy comes a modern fable and journey for all ages that explores life's universal lessons, featuring 100 color and black-and-white drawings.

"What do you want to be when you grow up?" asked the mole.

"Kind," said the boy.

Charlie Mackesy offers inspiration and hope in uncertain times in this beautiful book, a heartwarming tale following a curious boy, a greedy mole, a wary fox and a wise horse who find themselves together in sometimes difficult terrain, sharing their greatest fears and biggest discoveries about vulnerability, kindness, hope, friendship and love. The shared adventures and important conversations between the four friends are full of life lessons that have connected with readers of all ages.

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse has been adapted into an Academy Award(R) winning animated short film, now available to stream on Apple TV+.

What lessons will you find in their friendship?

  • A Book for All Ages: Join a curious boy, a greedy mole, a wary fox, and a wise horse as they find themselves together in sometimes difficult terrain, sharing their greatest fears and biggest discoveries.
  • Stunning Artwork: Featuring 100 beautiful color and black-and-white drawings by author Charlie Mackesy, making this book an object of art in itself.
  • Timeless Wisdom: Through gentle conversations--like the boy's simple wish to be kind when he grows up--discover profound lessons about vulnerability, hope, friendship, and love.
  • Inspirational Gift: A moving and hopeful story that has connected with readers worldwide, now an Academy Award(R) winning animated short film.

Details

Publish date October 22, 2019
Publisher HarperOne
Format Hardcover
Pages 128
Language Eng
ISBN 9780062976581
0062976583

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