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* Description * One reading is hardly enough to savor the rich philosophical nuances of DiCamillo's story. I think I will go read it again right now. --New York Times Book Review, The This achingly beautiful story shows a true master of writing at her very best. --School Library Journal (starred review) The story soars because of DiCamillo's lyrical use of language and her understanding of universal yearnings. This will be a pleasure to read aloud. --Booklist (starred review) Once again, DiCamillo harkens back to an older storytelling style, filled with magic and the transformational power of love. . . . The reader will be transformed, too. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) There will be inevitable comparison of Edward Tulane to THE VELVETEEN RABBIT, and Margery Williams's classic story can still charm after 83 years. But as delightful as it is, it can't match the exquisite language, inventive plot twists, and memorable characters of DiCamillo's tale. --Publishers Weekly, boxed signature review The delicate sepia images that head each chapter and the full-color illustrations augment the emotional tenor of the book. --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, The DiCamillo writes tenderly and lyrically but with restraint, keeping a tight focus on Edward's experience and gradual awakening. --Horn Book, The Noted as a best book of the 2005-2006 school year --Library Media Connection Bagram Ibatoulline's exquisite illustrations cast a warm light across this . . . tale by one of today's most admired writers for children. --Wall Street Journal DiCamillo has carved out a distinct place as one of her generation's most beloved writers. --Chicago Tribune When Edward's journey ends, the reader will be wishing this story could go on and on. --Washington Post Book World In the tradition of poignant, beloved children's classics like Don Freeman's CORDUROY and Anna Sewell's BLACK BEAUTY comes best-selling, Newbery Medal-winning author Kate DiCamillo's utterly charming creation THE MIRACULOUS JOURNEY OF EDWARD TULANE. . . . With traditional illustrations and text that begs to be read aloud, THE MIRACULOUS JOURNEY OF EDWARD TULANE will quickly take a place of honor on every child's bookshelf, undoubtedly and deservedly. --Time Out New York Kids DiCamillo . . . is a natural children's-book writer. --Boston Herald This choice is destined to become a classic. --Dallas Morning News DiCamillo's book is as much a literary miracle as Edward's transformation. --Raleigh News and Observer DiCamillo's newest offering is full of lovely, stately language, a riveting plot and a message that is heartwarming without being preachy. Fans of BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE and THE TALE OF DESPEREAUX will not be disappointed. . . .This tale has 'destined to be classic' written all over it, and it lives up to its great promise. --Book Page A rare and beautiful book that remains in the soul. --San Diego Union-Tribune Elegantly designed, with delicate, full-color plate paintings by Bagram Ibatoulline, it has the look of a classic. --Miami Herald Lovingly told, DiCamillo's affection for her characters shines through and overtakes you and by the book's end, readers will care deeply. --Honolulu Advertiser A new classic has been forged. --Pittsburgh Post Gazette The powerful storytelling of bestselling author DiCamillo paired with Ibatoulline's luminous paintings, will leave no reader - child or adult - unmoved. --Child Beautifully designed, with plenty of old fashioned illustrations. --Seattle Times A riveting tale, by turns sad and joyous. --Scripps-Howard News Service, Best Children's Books roundup The miracle of Edward Tulane's journey is the miracle of learning to love. --ForeWord Magazine Featured in article on Boston Globe-Horn Book Award winners --Reading Today A remarkable, eloquent and genuinely moving story. . . . Hang onto this title as one to remember for graduation gifts. --Denver Post Ibatoulline outdoes himself -- Yet even standing alone, the story soars because of DiCamillo's lyrical use of language and universal yearnings. --Book LinksEdition: Reprint Number of Pages: 198 Genre: Juvenile Fiction Sub-Genre: Action & Adventure Format: Paperback Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA) Age Range: Adult Book theme: General Author: Kate DiCamillo Language: English Estimated shipping dimensions: 6.5INCH X 7.7INCH X 1.0INCH DPCI : 248-30-9363 UPC : 9780763647834 TCIN : 11979933 Estimated shippimg weight: 0.9POUND