Book reviews from smantell

The Pirate Twins

by William Nicholson

First published in 1929, this book about a pair of black twins is bold and original, the book that Maurice Sendak chose as the one that most helped shape his life.

Four Seasons of Flower Fairies

by Cicely Mary Barker

All of Barker's Flowerr Fairy books are appealing. This boxed set is nice because it divides the imaginative flower fairy drawings into seasonal groupings.

Leonardo Da Vinci

by Alice and Martin Provenson

Six wonderful pop-ups show da Vinci's multifaceted genius

Country Rugs: How to Design and Hook Traditional Wool Rugs and Hangings

by Pat Hornafius

Gorgeous examples in color. Very inspiring.

The Forest Pool

by Laura Adams Armer

1938 book with astonishing illustrations inspired by the work of Diego Rivera.