Most effective as a read-aloud, this dense history/myth doesn’t quite meet its stated goal of being a story about magic and growing up but does offer a whimsical and informative element to the folklore collections of upper elementary libraries.
For its very unique take on the subject of death and carrying on despite it, this is a beautiful addition to the shelves on grief and coping with loss. Recommended.
This lovely purchase is a gentle yet effective work; its story and rich, complex illustrations highlight the joy of sharing the natural world that exists between a boy and his beloved grandfather.