Een kat doet een dutje; als hij wakker wordt, ziet hij niets meer van zijn omgeving. Zou hij in de hemel zijn? Prentenboek met kleine, expressieve zwart-wittekeningen met rood als steunkleur. Vanaf ca. 5 jaar.
Patrick McDonnell Boeken
17 maart 1956
Het werk van Patrick McDonnell, met name zijn strip MUTTS, biedt een zachte maar diepgaande verkenning van de eenvoudige geneugten en diepe verbindingen van het leven. Door zijn kunst verdedigt hij consequent thema's als mededogen, vriendschap en een diepe waardering voor de natuurlijke wereld. McDonnell's verhalen combineren vaak zachte humor met momenten van rustige reflectie, waardoor lezers worden uitgenodigd om na te denken over de schoonheid van alledaagse interacties en het belang van vriendelijkheid. Zijn kenmerkende stijl, gekenmerkt door warmte en oprechtheid, resoneert met een publiek dat op zoek is naar doordachte en opbeurende verhalen.
Mooch the cat tries to think of a gift to give his friend Earl the dog.
Our Mutts: Five
- 128bladzijden
- 5 uur lezen
The book offers a delightful exploration of the animal-centric universe created by the "Mutts" comic strip, featuring the insightful dog Earl and the witty cat Mooch. Through their humorous musings, they tackle themes of friendship and the importance of adopting shelter animals, blending enlightenment with entertainment in a charming narrative that resonates with animal lovers.
New York Times best-selling author and animal rights advocate Patrick McDonnell’s Mutts “is up there with Peanuts, Pogo, Krazy Kat, and Calvin and Hobbes—cartoons that are smart and funny, brilliantly drawn and full of heart” according to Matt Groening, creator of The Simpsons.Always striking a delicate balance between lighthearted fun and responsible social commentary, Patrick McDonnell's award-winning Mutts has been recognized by critics and popular press alike for its distinctive style, heartwarming humor, and strong yet nonpreachy stance on important issues such as responsible pet ownership, animal advocacy and adoption, and the sanctity of all life.Sketched in McDonnell's distinctive style, this emotive Mutts collection follows the day-to-day exploits of cat and dog duo Mooch and Earl. Whether they are contemplating the cosmos or curling in for a much-needed nap, these two lighthearted pals remind us of the simple pleasures that make life so grand.Earl &and Mooch contains nearly a year's worth of colored Sunday strips, along with black-and-white daily strips that mingle with impromptu splash pages highlighting McDonnell's imaginative artwork.
Patrick McDonnell's Mutts is a beloved comic strip that combines humor with social commentary on both humans and animals. Following the adventures of Earl the dog and Mooch the cat, it features clever banter and heartwarming moments. Since 1994, it has captivated readers with its charming art and relatable themes.
Hug Time
- 30bladzijden
- 2 uur lezen
Jules the kitten learns that giving a hug is the simplest but kindest gift of all.
This beautifully illustrated and packaged collection of Mutts comic strips by Patrick McDonnell captures a year's worth of heartwarming moments with Earl, Mooch, and the rest of their four-legged friends.
This beautifully illustrated and packaged collection of Mutts comic strips by Patrick McDonnell captures a year's worth of heartwarming moments with Earl, Mooch, and the rest of their four-legged friends.
MUTTS SUMMER DIARIES
- 176bladzijden
- 7 uur lezen
Put on your swim trunks and hit the beach with Earl and Mooch—the dog (and cat) days of summer are here!It’s summertime, and the living is easy, the ice cream is cold, and the temperature is so hot your brains will melt right out of your head. Mooch and Earl are eager to make the most of it, lounging in the backyard pool, building sandcastles on the beach, and exchanging knock-knock jokes with a dolphin. From whales and tsunamis to lemonade and Bermuda shorts, this Mutts collection is packed full of summer fun!
From a New York Times bestselling author comes a perfect story about embracing life's messes!