By Davide Cali & Serge Bloch
Schwartz & Wade Books
ISBN#0375845003
2009
$15.99
Ages 4-8
This story begins on a battlefield. On this battlefield there are two holes. In each hole is a soldier, across from his enemy. Each day the two men shoot across the field at each other, about whom they have heard terrifying things, while waiting through the cold, rain, and hunger for the war to end. One day a soldier crawls out of his hole and discovers the truth and humanity of his enemy. Davide Cali's simple language transcends time and situation, making this a universal tale of war and the fear that evolves from the unknown. Serge Bloch complements the simplicity of the tale with bare, pen drawn illustrations, that come to life with photographs only at the climax of the story. Together they have created a powerful commentary on war and the potential for peace.
Sunday, October 04, 2009
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