The Winner

★★★
The timeless wordless picture book classic by Shel Ringi, a renowned 20th-century artist and winner of the American Children's Literature Association's Best Book Award, suitable for readers aged 0-99.
Break free from conventional thinking, gain insight into human weaknesses, and discover the power of self-reflection.
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◎ Editor's Recommendation
★ This book was first published in the 1960s and reissued in 2018 by the Portuguese publisher Bruaa, aiming to unearth best-selling picture books from the last century and revive the charm of classics.
★ Some books may not be reissued, but human weaknesses are constantly "reissued." This picture book series, comprising three volumes, delves into the human weaknesses of prejudice, arrogance, and indifference, providing profound insights that remain relevant in the 21st century.
★ The author, Shel Ringi, was a celebrated 20th-century artist who collaborated with numerous international museums and major publishers. His work, "The Stranger," won the American Children's Literature Association's Best Book Award in 1968.
★ Although a children's book, the underlying message is suitable for readers aged 0-99. Different age groups can glean various insights and strengths for their own lives.
★ A wordless book, it tells stories through color rather than text. The artistic style is simple and lighthearted, possessing a rustic beauty, with details full of humor and irony. It leaves a lasting impression and provokes deep thought.
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◎ Synopsis
Initially, two individuals possessed nothing but their underpants. Subsequently, one donned a top hat and wielded a cane, while the other raised a battle flag and armed themselves with a sword. Chariots and warhorses were summoned, and even a colossal blue dragon was deployed. The dragon breathed fire. Who ultimately triumphed?
This is a wordless picture book featuring only two simple characters, without even a defined setting. The two characters confront each other, each holding their ground, constantly augmenting their power to exert pressure on the other, continually strengthening themselves as they challenge and fight. Through color rather than words, and with humor and harmless exaggeration, this book portrays human arrogance and the inherent tendency towards conflict.

2021-04-01

北京联合出版公司

Joint bass

32

9787559644381