On Market Street by Arnold Lobel
A Caldecott Honor book, a New York Times Best Illustrated book, an ALA Notable Book, and a Boston Globe--Horn Book Honor Book for Illustration Bursting with.surprise and delight. An inexhaustible visual feast. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) In this acclaimed picture book by Anita and Arnold Lobel, take a stroll down Market Street to see the whimsical shopkeepers dressed in their wares on one boy's fantastical shopping adventure. Enter a wondrous marketplace like no other that has everything from A to Z Inspired by 17th-century French engravings, Anita Lobel's delightful illustrations imaginatively clothe each shopkeeper in their wares. Find one shopkeeper dressed completely in gloves, another covered in wigs, and even one completely dressed in oranges This beautiful and unique tale takes you on a journey through the alphabet as you discover all the things one boy buys for his special friend during an incredible shopping trip.
Lobel, Arnold: -
Arnold Lobel (1933-1987) illustrated many wonderful children's books but is most beloved for his Frog and Toad stories, including the first one, Frog and Toad Are Friends, published in 1970. The books have garnered much acclaim, including a Caldecott Honor for Frog and Toad Are Friends and a Newbery Honor for Frog and Toad Together. These were followed by Frog and Toad All Year and Days with Frog and Toad.
| SKU | GOR006306129 |
| ISBN 13 | 9780688087456 |
| ISBN 10 | 0688087450 |
| Title | On Market Street |
| Author | Arnold Lobel |
| Condition | Very good |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers Inc |
| Year published | 2006-02-07 |
| Number of pages | 40 |
| Prizes | Commended for Caldecott Medal 1982 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us |
