{"product_id":"anthony-and-the-gargoyle-9781529505979","title":"Anthony and the Gargoyle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eIn this story, a boy befriends a baby gargoyle that he finds in a cracked rock. The boy's mother shows him photos of Notre-Dame cathedral, where the gargoyle may have come from. The story is about friendship and letting go. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 48 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 06 January 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Walker Books Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnthony discovers a mysterious hatchling inside a cracked rock, and the two form a close bond. When Anthony asks his mother about the rock's origin, she reveals photos from their trip to Paris, including a picture of Notre-Dame cathedral. Could the hatchling be a gargoyle?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe story unfolds in a series of beautiful, hand-painted panels that convey emotions and narrative without words. The artwork is stunning, and the silent panels add to the sense of mystery and wonder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs Anthony and the hatchling bond, they embark on adventures together, exploring the world around them. The hatchling's unique abilities and characteristics add to the excitement and intrigue of the story.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough their friendship, Anthony learns important lessons about acceptance, friendship, and letting go. He realizes that the hatchling is not a monster, but a special creature with its own unique qualities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe story also explores the themes of loss and grief, as Anthony grapples with the idea of losing his new friend. He must come to terms with the fact that the hatchling will eventually grow up and leave, but their friendship will remain forever.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the end, Anthony and the hatchling part ways, but their friendship remains strong. The story leaves the reader with a sense of hope and wonder, and a reminder that true friendship can transcend boundaries and last a lifetime.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis magical wordless story is a testament to the power of storytelling and the ability of art to convey emotions and narratives without words. It is a must-read for anyone who loves a good story and appreciates the beauty of silent panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 478g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 230 x 273 x 13 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781529505979\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jo Ellen Bogart","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44105890955514,"sku":"9781529505979","price":9.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1646116778241_book.jpg?v=1646638932","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/anthony-and-the-gargoyle-9781529505979","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}