Cuentos de noche: Relatos de Latinoamérica
A TOON Graphic
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Published by TOON Books (2024-06-04)
Classic latin american folktales get an update in this new Spanish language collection by award-winning and bestselling author Liniers!
Critically acclaimed cartoonist Liniers is back with TOON again, following up on the successes of his earlier books like Eisner-winner Good Night, Planet and Batchelder Award Honor-winner Written and Drawn by Henrietta. This time he’s tackling a selection of Latin American folktales in Spanish and transforming them for the modern-day with his signature wit and mastery of the comics medium.
Critically acclaimed cartoonist Liniers is back with TOON again, following up on the successes of his earlier books like Eisner-winner Good Night, Planet and Batchelder Award Honor-winner Written and Drawn by Henrietta. This time he’s tackling a selection of Latin American folktales in Spanish and transforming them for the modern-day with his signature wit and mastery of the comics medium.
Book Details
Format:
Hardcover
Price:
23.99 CAD / 17.99 USD
Published: 2024-06-04
ISBN: 9781662665356
Imprint:
TOON Books
Page Count: 48
Trim Size: 7-3/4 x 10
Grades:
Grades 2-4
Ages:
7-9 years
"An appealing dose of humor, accentuated by Liniers’ artwork, full of intricate linework and muted colors [...] spine-tingling, enlightening, and fun." — Kirkus Reviews
“[...] Delicate ink and watercolor scenes accompany humorous dialogue and text (“The monkey had very little maritime experience”), showcasing the enduring power of folktales and whetting readers’ appetites for further tellings.” — Publishers Weekly
“He draws funny!” — Jeff Smith, Bone
“Liniers’ comics are funny and fanciful and whimsical and philosophical in the best sense.” — Matt Groening, The Simpsons
