Aaron Becker Journey Trilogy Collection 3 Books Set (journey aaron becker)
Description
Journey
Be swept away on an elaborate flight of fancy in this Caldecott award-winning; wondrously illustrated picture book about self-determination and unexpected friendship. The winner of the prestigious Caldecott Honor; and described by the New York Times as 'a masterwork'; Aaron Becker's stunning; wordless picture book debut about self-determination and unexpected friendship follows a little girl who draws a magic door on her bedroom wall. Through it she escapes into a world where wonder; adventure and danger abound. Red marker pen in hand; she creates a boat; a balloon and a flying carpet which carry her on a spectacular journey ... who knows where? When she is captured by a sinister emperor; only an act of tremendous courage and kindness can set her free. Can it also guide her home and to happiness? In this exquisitely illustrated book; an ordinary child is launched on an extraordinary; magical journey towards her greatest and most rewarding adventure of all
Quest
Aaron Becker; creator of the stunning Journey; presents the next chapter in his luminous wordless fantasy. A follow-up to Aaron Becker's Caldecott Honor picture book debut; Journey; this is another visually stunning; wordless adventure story featuring two friends and their magical markers. In the city park; the pair are startled by the sudden appearance of a king; who thrusts into their hands a map and some strange objects. But before he can explain; the king is captured by enemy forces and whisked back into his enchanted world. Just like that; the girl and boy are caught up in a wild dash to rescue the mysterious monarch. They embark on a quest to unlock the puzzle of the map and; they hope; save the king and his people from darkness... Taking readers further into the realms of the imagination and beyond; Journey lovers and new fans alike will be thrilled to be swept into this captivating; luminous story
Return
The eagerly-anticipated finale of Aaron Becker's wordless trilogy a spectacular; suspenseful and moving story that brings its adventurer home. Aaron Becker; creator of the award-winning Journey and its stunning; celebrated sequel; Quest; presents the final chapter in his luminous; wordless fantasy. Failing to get the attention of her busy father; a lonely girl turns back to a fantastic world for friendship and adventure. It's her third journey into the enticing realm of kings and emperors; castles and canals; exotic creatures and enchanting landscapes. But this time; it will take something truly powerful to persuade her to return home; as a gripping backstory is revealed that will hold readers in its thrall.