Jamal's Journey
By (Author) Michael Foreman
Andersen Press Ltd
Andersen Press Ltd
2nd February 2017
United Kingdom
Children
Fiction
823.92
Nominated for CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal 2018 (UK)
Hardback
32
Width 246mm, Height 288mm, Spine 8mm
248g
Jamal is a little camel so he must walk, walk, walk through the desert. One day he becomes separated from his friend, the boy, but a wise falcon helps to reunite them. They go on to explore the city and its exciting sights and sounds.
A modern tale of friendship and adventure from the twice Greenaway Award-winning author/illustrator, Michael Foreman.
"Inspired by Foreman's visit to Dubai Book Festival, a little camel from the desert has a big city adventure" -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *
"Touches of folktale blend well with this take on traditional and modern life." * Booklist *
"This is a book rich in the sights and sensations of a faraway land, beautifully depicted in Michael Foremans glorious watercolours." -- Andrea Reece * Lovereading4Kids *
"A beautifully illustrated story celebrating friendship and adventure" * Angels and Urchins *
"Timeless... provides readers with a powerful sense of a unique city and culture." * Books for Keeps *
Michael Foreman is one of the most talented and popular creators of children's books today. He has won the Kate Greenaway Medal two times and has been the UK nominee for the Hans Christian Andersen Award twice. His highly acclaimed books are published all over the world. He is married and has three sons. He divides his time between St Ives in Cornwall and London.