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From the international bestselling author and illustrator of Big Panda and Tiny Dragon and The Cat Who Taught Zen comes a beautifully illustrated adult fable of a lost young puppy, the grumpy old wolf who rescues her, and their journey to follow the moon--with meditations on friendship, connection, and sacrifice. Deep in a dark forest, a young pup named Amaya wanders lost and afraid. For days she travels alone, struggling to fend for herself, until the grumpy, aging Wolf comes to her aid. Together the unlikely pair decide to embark on an improbable adventure--to follow the moon. Many obstacles--unexpected roadblocks, unknown woods--await Amaya and the Wolf on their journey, and as they meet each challenge, Amaya learns that she must not only accept her new path, but embrace it. Featuring stunning artwork from bestselling author and illustrator James Norbury, Following the Moon is a moving, poignant reflection on love and loss, grief and growth.
About the author
James Norbury writes and illustrates all kind of books, the only theme running through them is the creation of worlds where, perhaps, he would like to live. He lives in Swansea, UK, with 7 cats and his wife Ruth.
Summary
NATIONAL BESTSELLER!
“'Inspirational' is a word that's become cheapened, but it's a fitting word for The Dog Who Followed the Moon—an inspirational and gorgeous book about not giving up."—Maureen Corrigan, NPR
From the international bestselling author and illustrator of Big Panda and Tiny Dragon and The Cat Who Taught Zen comes a beautifully illustrated adult fable of a lost young puppy, the old wolf who rescues her, and their journey to follow the moon—with meditations on friendship, connection, and sacrifice.
Deep in the mountain forests, a young pup named Amaya wanders lost and alone, until an aging wolf rescues her from a terrifying encounter with his vicious pack. To try and reunite Amaya with her parents, the unlikely pair embark on a journey to follow the moon.
Eerie woods, forgotten cities, and other obstacles await Amaya and the Wolf on their adventure. As they make their way through the wilderness, the two learn profound lessons about love, sacrifice, and the importance of embracing change.
Featuring stunning artwork from bestselling author and illustrator James Norbury, The Dog Who Followed the Moon is a moving, poignant reflection on love and loss, grief and growth.
