The Memory Tree
By (Author) Britta Teckentrup
Hachette Children's Group
Orchard Books
28th October 2014
2nd October 2014
United Kingdom
Children
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage personal and social topics: Death and grief
823.92
Paperback
32
Width 244mm, Height 244mm, Spine 5mm
193g
Fox has lived a long and happy life in the forest. One day, he lies down in his favourite clearing, takes a deep breath, and falls asleep for ever.
Before long, Fox's friends begin to gather in the clearing. One by one, they tell stories of the special moments that they shared with Fox. And, as they share their memories, a tree begins to grow, becoming bigger and stronger, sheltering and protecting all the animals in the forest, just as Fox did when he was alive.This gentle and comforting tale celebrates life and the memories that are left behind when a loved one dies.Britta Teckentrup is an illustrator, fine artist and writer. She was born in Hamburg, Germany, and went on to study at St. Martin's College and the Royal College of Art in London. Britta has created over 40 books, translated in 20 languages worldwide, and her artwork has been shown at exhibitions all over the world. She lives and works in Berlin with her artist husband and their son.