The Magic Wood: A Poem

by Henry Treece

Book Overview

A poet's haunting verse tells of a deliciously scary visit to a nighttime wood where strange creatures abound and flickering eyes emerge from shadows that seem to move across the page. Moser's magnificent watercolor paintings are on double-page spreads throughout the book, marking a dramatic departure from his previous approach to illustration. Full color.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0060208023
• ISBN13: 9780060208028
• Release Date: January 1992
• Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 9.7"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 3

Customer Reviews

The magic of the Magic Wood

A chillingly charming book that hold the possibility of mystery for children and adults. The book is a dare of sorts, a temptation both visual and metaphoric. It alludes to danger and salvation, to curiosity and fear, to wonder and to faith. Be aware - it may scare your children - but it may delight them. My three year old laughs out loud, and chants the rhythmic refrain with me as I read. It is a mysterious poem, with beautiful illustration.