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Tony was all white,
large, sturdy,
with wide gentle eyes
and a ton of love . . .
Follow this touching tale of a boy and his friendship with a horse, by the late poet Ed Galing and illustrated with remarkable tenderness by Caldecott-winning artist Erin Stead.
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From Organization / 国外机构评价: |
| PreS-Gr 2—Tony is a large white workhorse with gentle eyes and a loving spirit. He faithfully fulfills his duties pulling the milk cart for Tom every morning before dawn. The narrator, a young boy, has found a companion in the horse and arises in the early hours to give him a pat or perhaps a treat. The kindness is well received by both Tony and Tom, and a ritual of sorts is established among the three friends. This beautiful picture book of kindness and friendship is simple in text and rich in content—a treasure. Telling a tale of times gone by, it is a peek into life in the early morning hours of American cities in the 1920s. Caldecott medalist Stead lovingly adapted a poem by the late Galing for a picture book audience. The muted pencil drawings are gorgeous and soft, a comfort simply to view. The gray and aqua coloring puts readers in predawn's light, with the yellow highlights perfectly yielding a sense of warmth. The illustrations and text work together perfectly, conveying a story for readers of all ages. VERDICT A little slice of history, pure and simple, best enjoyed one-on-one. |
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