The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamilloBook 29 of 100 for the 100+ Reading Challenge
Book 1 of 5 for the Once Upon a Time Challenge
Awards: Christopher Award; Boston Globe/Horn Book Award/Honors; SLJ Best Book; Publishers Weekly Best Book; Booklist Editors' Choice; Quill Book Awards; Parenting Magazine Award; Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold/Platinum Award; ALA Notable/Best Books
rating: 5 of 5 stars
I've read Because of Winn-Dixie and The Tale of Despereaux, but this one is my favorite Kate DiCamillo so far.
I've read Because of Winn-Dixie and The Tale of Despereaux, but this one is my favorite Kate DiCamillo so far.
Edward Tulane is a china rabbit that lives in the home of Abilene Tulane. When Edward is lost at sea, he begins a long journey through grief, despair, poverty, and abuse. But through it all, Edward learns about love--what it means to be loved, and what it means to feel and give love.
This is a beautiful and moving book with gorgeous illustrations and sparse prose that packs a punch. I think this book would make a great Easter read with a feeling akin to The Velveteen Rabbit. I'm looking forward to reading this aloud with my older kids in the coming weeks. I would recommend it for kids starting around age 7 because of the darker themes. But, it is a wonderfully crafted tale of redemption and hope for all of us.
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12 comments:
Great review. I don't read much children's literature so I had no idea Because of Winn-Dixie and The Tale of Despereaux were written by the same author.
I LOVED this book so much. Read it in 2008.
I've read this and Despereaux, and I found both really creepy. There's a darkness to DiCamillo's writing that I find unsettling.
This is such an amazing book. I love Despereaux as well but I think this might be my favorite. It is so moving. I cried quite a bit in my reading of it, a fact that I couldnt' help but mentioned back when I reviewed it. I'm not sure how children would receive it, but for an adult it is one powerful book!
Yes, I will be interested to see what my kids think. I definitely cried though.
Reminds me of The Velveteen Rabbit and Hitty: Her First 100 Years. I've only read Because of Winn-Dixie but I liked it a lot so I may pick this one up.
I'm in the minority with this one - I thought it was just okay. I enjoyed The Tale of Despereaux much more. I'm glad it was such a hit for you!
Oh, My! You really had to go back in time to find my booktalk! I think I wrote it in 2006?!? Thanks so much for the shout out. I consider it a hidden golden egg of an Easter story. :D
Maggie: The search box I created at the top left of my blog does all the work. :)
I loved this book... and you are right it has fabulous illustrations in it!
Glad to hear this one is good. My daughter and I loved Desperaux, and we have this one on the coffee table waiting to be read.
--Anna
Diary of an Eccentric
It's amazing how well-chosen words and fantastic illustrations can tell a story so beautifully. I enjoyed your review!
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