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When a killing drought threatens the existence of the tribe, a courageous little Comanche girl sacrifices her most beloved possession--and the Great Spirit's answer results not only in much needed rain but a very special gift in return.
"An ideal complement to Native American and Texas studies..."Booklist
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Foreign Customer Review / 国外客户评价: |
| After bravely sacrificing her most valued possession to end her tribe's suffering, a young girl awakens to find a reward of her selflessness--thick clusters of vivid blue flowers spread all over the Texas hills. In dePaola's The Legend of the Bluebonnet, an unseasonably long drought orphaned the Native American girl, leaving her with only memories and a warrior doll. Yet, when the Great Spirits request a sacrifice to restore life to Earth, She-Who-Is-Alone courageously volunteers her doll as the burnt offering and scatters its ashes to the wind. This wonderful tale of Comanche folklore explains the origin of the bluebonnet, the Texas state flower, while paying homage to the Comanche value and respect for family, community, and Earth. DePaola's powerful retelling and majestic full-page paintings compliment each other, capturing the traditions of Comanche people and Texas landscape. Realistic and engaging use of language, singing "Great Spirits, the land is dying. Tell us what we have done to anger you" maintains the flavor of oral tradition. The writing attends to cultural songs, dances, and prayers; while the illustrations depict cultural dress and lifestyle. In his thorough source note, dePaola mentions his tireless research in an effort to accurately portray the Comanche customs and base the legend on the original Indians. The Legend of the Bluebonnet appeals to children of younger ages with its simple language and graphic pictures; its pourquoi nature satisfies even adult readers.
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About the Author / 作者介绍: |
| "Tomie dePaola was born in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1934 to a family of Irish and Italian background. By the time he could hold a pencil, he knew what his life's work would be. His determination to create books for children led to a BFA from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, and an MFA from the California College of Arts & Crafts in Oakland, California.
It drove him through the years of teaching, designing greeting cards and stage sets, and painting church murals until 1965, when he illustrated his first children's book, Sound, by Lisa Miller for Coward-McCann. Eventually, freed of other obligations, he plunged full time into both writing and illustrating children's books.
He names Fra Angelico and Giotto, Georges Rouault, and Ben Shahn as major influences on his work, but he soon found his own unique style. His particular way with color, line, detail, and design have earned him many of the most prestigious awards in his field, among them a Caldecott Honor Award for Strega Nona, the Smithsonian Medal from the Smithsonian Institution, the Kerlan Award from the University of Minnesota for his ""singular attainment in children's literature,"" the Catholic Library Association's Regina Medal for his ""continued distinguished contribution,"" and the University of Southern Mississippi Medallion. He was also the 1990 United States nominee for the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for illustration.
Tomie dePaola has published almost 200 children's books in fifteen different countries. He remains one of the most popular creators of books for children, receiving more than 100,000 fan letters each year.
Tomie lives in an interesting house in New Hampshire with his four dogs. His studio is in a large renovated 200-year-old barn.
- He has been published for over 30 years.
- Over 5 million copies of his books have sold worldwide.
- His books have been published in over 15 different countries.
- He receives nearly 100,000 fan letters each year.
Tomie dePaola has received virtually every significant recognition for his books in the children's book world, including:
- Caldecott Honor Award from American Library Association
- Newbery Honor Award from American Library Association
- Smithson Medal from Smithsonian Institution
- USA nominee in illustration for Hans Christian Andersen Medal
- Regina Medal from Catholic Library Association
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