Under the Silver Moon: Lullabies, Night Songs & Poems
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| Rating | : | 4.34 (553 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B06VXG395R |
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| Number of Pages | : | 385 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-09-01 |
| Language | : | English |
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"A lovely gift for new parents."-Publishers Weekly"The tender fragility of Ms. Dalton's scissor-cut pictures seems just right for bedtime."--The Wall Street Journal"Effectively soporific."-Kirkus Reviews
Sure to enchant both children and their parents, Dalton's exquisite detail and sophisticated aesthetic—always informed by warmth and a deep humanity—will speak to anyone looking for the perfect book for a newborn.. Recalling traditional favorites from childhood and embracing a wide range of sources and cultures, this timeless collection makes a lovely addition to any e-bookshelf or bedtime read-aloud ritual. Cut-paper artist Pamela Dalton's magically intricate illustrations illuminate a generous collection of lullabies and goodnight poems
"Four Stars" according to Mary E Stawarz. lovely book of poems !
Pamela Dalton has spent more than 25 years working in the technique of Scherenschnitte ("scissor cuts"), which has its roots in 16th-century Germany and Switzerland and was brought to the United States by Pennsylvania Dutch settlers in the 18th century. . Each of her illustrations is cut from one continuous piece of paper. She lives in Harlemville, New York