Beneath the Trees: A Fine Summer

It's summer, and the laughter of children echoes under the trees. But for

some of the older animals, the frivolous abandon of childhood is far behind

them. Old Mr. Owl and Mr. Toad get the crazy idea to relive some of their youth

if that's even possible anymore...

The third book in a new series

designed to paint a tender and colorful portrait of everyday Life, showing that

behind every flaw or weakness can lie charm and strength. Readers will recognize

their own neighbors, friends, and family members in the endearing animal

characters within this forest community. In this third volume, a pair of older

animals set out to relive their energetic youth. A heart-warming tale suitable

for all ages.

The stories in this four-book series take place in the same

forest over the course of four seasons. Each can be read independently,

exploring the complexity and richness of relationships with family, friends, and

loved ones. As both writer and illustrator, the author doesn't rely on text to

convey emotions, oscillating between a clever dose of dialogue and wordless

passages to makes these stories accessible to young readers starting as young as

5 years old.

Presenting a graphic universe somewhere between Michel

Plessix's adaptations of THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS and the cartoons of Walt Disney

(in particular those created by Don Bluth, such as THE RESCUERS and ROBIN HOOD),

Dav gently conveys each season through a changing palette of colors and rounded

designs.