The Tree and the River

A Caldecott Honor-winning master of the wordless form creates a spectacular time-lapse portrait of humankind and its impact on the natural world, tracking the evolution of our species through the fates of a lone tree and an enduring river.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 06 April 2023
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

A breathtaking time-lapse portrait of humanity and our profound impact on the natural world, crafted by a Caldecott Honor-winning master of the wordless form.

In his latest masterpiece of visual storytelling, the acclaimed creator of the Journey trilogy has envisioned a familiar world teeming with imaginary civilizations. Through meticulous detail, Aaron Becker has constructed awe-inspiring new human landscapes, drawing inspiration from diverse cultures and architectural styles. He follows the evolution of our species and its devastating toll on the Earth through the fates of a solitary tree and an enduring river. These silent witnesses bear witness to the arrival of humans, who harness water, wind, animals, develop technology, transportation, redirect rivers, and reshape the land.

This wordless epic, timely and ultimately hopeful, invites readers to immerse themselves in spreads that are densely packed with visual drama. Fans of Journey, Quest, and Return will eagerly embrace this new opportunity to unravel sophisticated layers of meaning, marvel at intricate details, such as holographic billboards and flying machines, and perceive our precious shared world through fresh eyes.

Weight: 432g
Dimension: 246 x 275 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529512946