The Magical Life of Mr. Renny
Publishing Details
The Magical Life of Mr. Renny
By (Author) Leo Timmers
Illustrated by Leo Timmers
Translated by Bill Nagelkerke
Gecko Press
Gecko Press
3rd August 2012
New Zealand
Classifications
Children
Fiction
839.3137
Physical Properties
40
Width 269mm, Height 280mm
Description
Mr. Rennys paintings are so good that they almost appear real. But no one seems to pay them any attentionuntil a strange man offers to make everything that Mr. Renny paints come to life. First theres the painting of the apple, which Mr. Renny can now eat. Then theres a huge hotdog, a new car, a cruise liner... Mr. Renny paints himself a life of luxuryuntil his friend Rose comes to ask if she can buy one of his paintings. But he doesnt have any real paintings left! The spell must be brokenand soon! A book containing subtle references to the work of Belgian surrealist Ren Magritte, the illustrations are full of cleverness.
Reviews
"A vibrant, highly entertaining inquiry into the difference between whats real and what merely looks real." -- Publishers Weekly (US)
"Perfect to share with boys and girls, especially those who are keen on painting too, this is a lovely, magical story" -- Bookbag (UK)
"This is a well-told tale with vibrant, eye-catching, colorful illustrations that will engage readers. The story will engender some wonderful discussion about instant gratification versus working at something you really love." -- School Library Journal (US)
"A vibrant, highly entertaining inquiry into the difference between whats real and what merely looks real." -- Publishers Weekly (US)
"Perfect to share with boys and girls, especially those who are keen on painting too, this is a lovely, magical story" -- Bookbag (UK)
"This is a well-told tale with vibrant, eye-catching, colorful illustrations that will engage readers. The story will engender some wonderful discussion about instant gratification versus working at something you really love." -- School Library Journal (US)
Author Bio
Leo Timmers was born in 1970 in Belgium. At the age of 12 he started to draw comics and later trained in graphic design. He illustrates for magazines and newspapers and has released many successful picture books. He has a large following as one of Belgiums pre-eminent picture book artists.
