No Matter What: Book & Toy set - Hardcover

Gliori, Debi

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0747550581 ISBN 13: 9780747550587

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, 2001

Synopsis

A little fox is in a big bad mood, and is worried that its mother won't love it forever. In this beautiful and lyrical picture book we see a clever and resourceful mother prove to her child that a parents love is limitless - no matter what! In this reassuring and warm picture book the hugely talented Debi Gliori manages to treat the familiar subject of childhood worries in a very fresh, original and inventive way. This wonderful story is reproduced in a smaller format, in a decorative gift box complete with cuddly fox to make this touching story even more appealing and special.

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Review

Children need to know that above all else they are loved. But in a hectic world where the stresses and strains of busy lives push emotions into the background and practicalities to the fore the little things can sometimes be forgotten, and while an adult can often be content with the mere assumption that those around them care and love them no matter what they do, a child often needs more reassurance.

In No Matter What Debi Gliori tackles this most important of issues with a sense of wit and style that belies the importance of her message, allowing her solemn hero Small to ask the Really Big Questions about the nature of unconditional love and answering them with an intelligence and spirit illuminated by frantic and often hilarious illustrations which tickle the funny bone while providing honest answers.

"Does love wear out?" said Small.
"Does it break or bend?
Can you fix it, stick it, does it mend?"

No Matter What is a deceptively simple and important picture book which tackles a mighty big issue with a stealth and humour that prevents it from slipping into sloppy sentimentality while giving comfort and reassurance to any child who has ever questioned the nature of love.

If you only ever buy one book for the child in your life make it this one. (Age 3 and over) --Susan Harrison

Review

"...this is a brilliant gem of a book" The Guardian, August 1999; "...a warm and delightful picture book" The Bookseller, May 1999; "...a powerful yet witty story" Edinburgh Book Festival Guide 1999

Edition details

• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0747550581
• ISBN 13: 9780747550587
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 32