About the book
A masterpiece of storytelling with evocative and stunning illustrations, destined to be read for years to come. The wishing stars burn bright tonight, the air is thick with dreams, And a deeply sleeping dinosaur is waking up, it seems . . . In a town by the seaside, Marianne is often seen foraging on the beach. But she isn't playing with children her own age. Instead Marianne is alone, and digging for dinosaur bones to build a special sort of companion. Then, one night, she goes to sleep wishing with all her heart that her dinosaur might come to life . . . A very rare and special book where the words and pictures take you on a magical journey far beyond the page.
Editions of The Girl and the Dinosaur
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781408880548
Read an Excerpt
A masterpiece of storytelling with evocative and stunning illustrations, destined to be read for years to come. The wishing stars burn bright tonight, the air is thick with dreams, And a deeply sleeping dinosaur is waking up, it seems . . . In a town by the seaside, Marianne is often seen foraging on the beach. But she isn't playing with children her own age. Instead Marianne is alone, and digging for dinosaur bones to build a special sort of companion. Then, one night, she goes to sleep wishing with all her heart that her dinosaur might come to life . . . A very rare and special book where the words and pictures take you on a magical journey far beyond the page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Girl and the Dinosaur about?
A masterpiece of storytelling with evocative and stunning illustrations, destined to be read for years to come. The wishing stars burn bright tonight, the air is thick with dreams, And a deeply sleeping dinosaur is waking up, it seems . . . In a town by the seaside, Marianne is often seen foraging on the beach. But she isn't playing with children her own age. Instead Marianne is alone, and digging for dinosaur bones to build a special sort of companion. Then, one night, she goes to sleep wishing with all her heart that her dinosaur might come to life . . . A very rare and special book where the words and pictures take you on a magical journey far beyond the page.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Girl and the Dinosaur?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s: picture books, activity books, early learning concepts > Children’s picture books > Picture storybooks
Where can I read a sample of The Girl and the Dinosaur?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781408880548
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Girl and the Dinosaur?
Hollie Hughes
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Girl and the Dinosaur is available as paperback(ISBN 9781408880548)
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