A starling shares his happiness at the beauty of the world with the owl, the woodpecker, etc – the kingfisher’s reply is in mirror-writing, reflected in the water. Strong lino-cut illustrations, slightly reminiscent of Piatti’s The Happy Owls: this is a lovely book. For ages 4-7.
The Starling’s Song
£12.99
Edition:Hardback978178269407606/07/2023
Categories: 11. Summer Books 2023: For Children, Children’s, Summer Books 2023
Tags: Birds & Beasts, Netherlands
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