Manfish : a Story of Jaques Cousteau
Author(s): Jennifer Berne
Before Jacque Cousteau became an internationally known oceanographer and champion of the seas, he was a curious little boy. In this lovely biography, poetic text and gorgeous paintings combine to create a portrait of Jacues Cousteau that is as magical as it is inspiring.
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KIRKUS REVIEWS, STARRED REVIEW This moving tribute to the great nautical observer and filmmaker is shot through with an authentically childlike sense of adventure and the thrill of discovery....is certain to inspire fresh interest in discovering, and in caring for, our world's wonders.
Jennifer Berne, a contributing writer for Nick Jr. magazine, enjoys writing about our amazing universe. This is her first children's book. She lives in Columbia County, New York. Award-winning illustrator Eric Puybaret has illustrated several books for children. He lives in Paris, France."
General Fields
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- : Chronicle Books
- : Chronicle Books
- : 0.478
- : 01 June 2008
- : 252mm X 257mm X 9mm
- : United States
- : books
Special Fields
- : Jennifer Berne
- : Jennifer Berne
- : 40 full colour
- : 40 full colour
- : 32
- : 32
- : 551.46092
- : 551.46092
- : 6-Aug
- : 6-Aug
- : Hardback
- : Hardback