The Liszts
Kyo Maclear author Júlia Sardà illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Andersen Press Ltd
Published:5th Jul '18
Should be back in stock very soon
Longlisted for the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal 2018
The Liszts make lists. Lists most usual and most unusual. They make lists every day except Sundays, which are listless.
Mama Liszt, Papa Liszt, Winifred, Edward, Frederick and Grandpa Liszt make lists all day long. Will the Liszts be able to make room on their lists for this new visitor? Kyo Maclear's quirky, whimsical story is perfectly brought to life with the witty, stunning illustrations of debut picture book artist Júlia Sardà.Mama Liszt, Papa Liszt, Winifred, Edward, Frederick and Grandpa Liszt make lists all day long. So does their cat. Then one day a visitor arrives. He's not on anyone's list. Will the Liszts be able to make room on their lists for this new visitor? What will they do when something unexpected happens? Kyo Maclear's quirky, whimsical story is perfectly brought to life with the witty, stunning illustrations of debut picture book artist Júlia Sardà. Discover this humorous, poignant and unforgettable celebration of spontaneity.
"A joy... Júlia Sardá's illustrations are dark, dream-like, detailed." -- Alex O'Connell * The Times *
"A book to get lost in; Sardà's artwork is resplendent in detail, character and texture" -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *
"Perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket, Edward Gorey and The Addams Family, this is a picture book to treasure." * BookTrust *
"Simply enchanting in all its quirks" * Kirkus *
"Sardà’s stylish spreads carry a whiff of Wes Anderson." * Publishers Weekly *
- Long-listed for CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal 2018 (UK)
- Nominated for English 4-11 Award 2017 (UK)
ISBN: 9781783445714
Dimensions: 292mm x 191mm x 5mm
Weight: 190g
40 pages