Flotsam
Book description
A bright, science-minded boy goes to the beach equipped to collect and examine flotsam--anything floating that has been washed ashore. Bottles, lost toys, small objects of every description are among his usual finds. But there's no way he could have prepared for one particular discovery: a barnacle-encrusted underwater camera, with…
Why read it?
2 authors picked Flotsam as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Impeccable artwork, precision storytelling, and singularly unique invention are all packed into this amazing book experience. The basic concept is brilliant and mind-bending, and actually maybe even a little bit mind-melting. On top of that is an additional treat of wonderful and whimsical glimpses into a magical undersea world, obviously painted with true passion for the subject matter.
From Barbara's list on wordless with surreal or magical realism elements.
Flotsam is another I remember from childhood. I could look at the illustrations forever. Wiesner’s wordless masterpiece guides the reader through the most imaginative journey. And the images have such staying power! I still think about them so many years later.
From Emily's list on underwater books for your little sea monster.
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