Under the Silver Moon: Lullabies, Night Songs & Poems
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| Rating | : | 4.18 (957 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1452116733 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 48 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-10-04 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Four Stars 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
Dalton's scissor-cut pictures seems just right for bedtime."--The Wall Street Journal"Effectively soporific."-Kirkus Reviews. "A lovely gift for new parents."-Publishers Weekly"The tender fragility of Ms
Cut-paper artist Pamela Dalton's magically intricate illustrations illuminate a generous collection of lullabies and goodnight poems. Recalling traditional favorites from childhood and embracing a wide range of sources and cultures, this timeless collection makes a lovely addition to any bedroom bookshelf or bedtime read-aloud ritual. 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