Author Profile
Daniel Handler
2 Books
By
Maira Kalman and Daniel Handler
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Collected by
Sarah Hermanson Meister
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With
Sarah Hermanson Meister
We are always told to stop and smell the roses, but what if you could smell the roses and still have time to finish all your errands before dinner? This whimsical and thought-provoking exploration captures people either constantly in motion or delightfully standing still. Through stunning photographs from The Museum of Modern Art, you will see people sprinting across streets, racing fast on bicycles, and leaping over giant puddles. On the very next page, you might find people forming long snaking lines, daydreaming on quiet park benches, or simply lingering on the sidewalk with their best friends. Paired with vibrant paintings and poetic observations, this book asks a very simple question: what is the rush? Take a fascinating look at the rhythm of everyday life and discover the hidden beauty in both taking action and patiently waiting.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
64 Pages
By
Maira Kalman and Daniel Handler
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Collected by
Sarah Hermanson Meister
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With
Sarah Hermanson Meister
Can a simple picture truly capture the feeling of a warm spring breeze or the crisp smell of freshly fallen snow? This beautiful and evocative book takes you on a journey through the physical environments of our world, captured perfectly through the lens of a camera. Traveling from the rainy, gray streets of Paris to a sun-dappled swimming pool in Beverly Hills, and from steamy summer sidewalks in Brooklyn to quiet, snow-covered fields in Japan, you will discover that these images depict so much more than what first meets the eye. Paired with brilliant paintings and poetic words, this exploration reflects on the passing seasons, the power of memory, and how the atmosphere shapes our daily lives. Look closely at the world outside your window and discover the magic hidden in every single change of the weather.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
64 Pages
