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Childrens, Picture Books

Black Dog

Levi Pinfold (author), Levi Pinfold (illustrator)

Paperback Published on: 01/08/2012

£7.99

6 reviews

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Bookseller Reviews

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A strikingly simple, profound tale accompanied by unusual yet captivating illustrations.

I was fortunate enough to receive a reading copy of this beautiful book from Templar Publishing, which celebrates 10 years of 'Black Dog' winning the CILIP... READ MORE

David Loumgair at Aberdeen

Stunning. An instant classic.

You know those smiles you have when a child does something cute, or a dog is entertaining itself, both equally unaware that they are being watched? Black D... READ MORE

Phill - Waterstones Bookseller at Truro

Beautiful

I will keep this book for it's illustrations alone. It is beautiful and tells the story of imagination, companionship and love. It is heartwarming and de... READ MORE

Emily@waterstonestorquay at Torquay

Synopsis

Celebrate the brilliant Kate Greenaway medal winning Black Dog with this stunning 10 year anniversary edition, showcasing the immersive artwork with beautifully printed cover flaps and a new preface from Levi Pinfold.

One morning, the Hope family wake, terrified, to find the Black Dog outside their home. Only Small, the youngest of the Hope family, has the courage to go into forest and face the Black Dog. Will the Black Dog chase her and eat her up? Or is it actually much smaller and less scary than it seems?

Ten years on from becoming an award-winning picture book, share Black Dog with the next generation of young readers with its poignant and hopeful message of courage, self-belief and facing your fears.

Publisher information

Publisher: Templar Books
ISBN: 9781848777484
Number of pages: 32
Dimensions: 205 x 220 x 4 mm
Weight: 200g
Languages: English

Customer Reviews

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A beautiful book

After The Django, my children and I were eagerly anticipating Levi Pinfold's next release and we were not disappointed. Pinfold's illustrations are hauntin... READ MORE

BWilliams

visually stunning

I came across this book while on holiday in Cornwall and it became a firm favourite with both my boys (then 6 and 4). My youngest is now nearly 6 and he s... READ MORE

Abi Chippindale

Beautiful

A timeless story about not letting your fears overwhelm you paired with incredible illustrations make this a modern children’s classic. Children will love ... READ MORE

Alexandra Othen