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February 8, 2025
A son completes his father's last work...
Edward Lear's unfinished last poem lives in again in the stunning illustrations of this book, started by Charles Santore (ironically his last) that was finished by his accomplished artist/son Nicholas, following the elder Santore's death in 2019.
The book is broken into groups of three stanzas, each with an illustration of the Scroobious Pip "singing" the refrain. Between each of these stanzas is a breathtaking 2-page spread of the previous page's stanzas. The final stanza stands alone, covering a two-page gatefold illustration. The book closes with a note from Nicholas Santore and 5 family photographs.
Wow! The artwork in this book is breathtaking! Those very familiar with C. Santore's work will be able to identify which pieces he painted and which were painted by his son. For most readers, they will be unable to differentiate between the two artists. Readers will want to spend time pouring over the detail found in each. It could take hours to do....
Be surd to check the secret cover!
Useful for studies of English poetry - particularly of Lear and other nonsense poets.
Highly Recommended for grades K-8.
Edward Lear's unfinished last poem lives in again in the stunning illustrations of this book, started by Charles Santore (ironically his last) that was finished by his accomplished artist/son Nicholas, following the elder Santore's death in 2019.
The book is broken into groups of three stanzas, each with an illustration of the Scroobious Pip "singing" the refrain. Between each of these stanzas is a breathtaking 2-page spread of the previous page's stanzas. The final stanza stands alone, covering a two-page gatefold illustration. The book closes with a note from Nicholas Santore and 5 family photographs.
Wow! The artwork in this book is breathtaking! Those very familiar with C. Santore's work will be able to identify which pieces he painted and which were painted by his son. For most readers, they will be unable to differentiate between the two artists. Readers will want to spend time pouring over the detail found in each. It could take hours to do....
Be surd to check the secret cover!
Useful for studies of English poetry - particularly of Lear and other nonsense poets.
Highly Recommended for grades K-8.
February 22, 2025
A wonderful Edward Lear poem, illustrated by Charles Santore, a nationally acclaimed illustrator from Philadelphia, who died before he could finish it. His son Nicholas, also an artist, but who hadn't painted in quite some time, picked up his brush to complete the project. “Just paint. You’ll find your way,” renowned Philadelphia illustrator Charles Santore told his youngest son, Nicholas, from his hospital bed at Pennsylvania Hospital the day before he died.
I love Edward Lear, and this poem, also unfinished at the time of Lear's death.
The two Santore artists who brought the words of this poem to life through their art just amaze me. The whole story of the project and the actual result are glorious. Hippy hip! I'm a fan of the Scroobious Pip!
I love Edward Lear, and this poem, also unfinished at the time of Lear's death.
The two Santore artists who brought the words of this poem to life through their art just amaze me. The whole story of the project and the actual result are glorious. Hippy hip! I'm a fan of the Scroobious Pip!
January 29, 2025
The illustration is spectacular!
April 30, 2025
Meh but beautiful art
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