A powerful,thoughtful and bold comment on humanity and its future from one of today's most thought-provoking artists.
In his first picture book created specifically with a wider audience in mind,Oliver Jeffers shares a history of humanity and his dreams for its future. Where are we going
With his bold,exquisite artwork,Oliver Jeffers starts at the dawn of humankind following people on their journey from then until now,and then offers the reader a challenge: where do we go from here How can we think about the future of the human race more than our individual lives How can we save ourselves How can we change our story
Illustrated in his instantly recognisable style,Oliver Jeffers's exploration of the state of the world today is insightful,moving and powerful. A must-have for every forward-thinking person who wants the next generation to inherit a world to be proud of.
Publisher: HarperCollins PublishersISBN: 9780008579593Number of pages: 112Weight: 720 gDimensions: 209 x 295 x 16 mm
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Praise for Meanwhile Back on Earth:
'Every new Jeffers book is a cause for celebration and his beautiful artwork and gentle humour teach a lesson in sharing that's as valuable for adults as for children'- Daily Mail
'In Jeffers'new picture book,inspired by his sculpture trail'Our Place in Space',a father takes his children on a ride through time and space,and shows them the conflicts that have taken place on Earth. A mind-bending tale that is also a reminder and celebration of home'- The Bookseller
'Beautifully illustrated'- Good Housekeeping
Oliver Jeffers
Oliver Jeffers is a Northern Irish artist and author-illustrator of children's picture books,including Lost and Found and Here We Are.
Visit the Oliver Jeffers author page
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