

In Is He Sleeping?, Olivier Tallec tells the sweet and poetic story of two friends who set out in search of their favorite bird, the blackbird. During their walk, they find the bird lying down, peaceful, seemingly asleep. This tender wait invites contemplation and observation of nature. This book, with its magnificent illustrations, will captivate both young and old. A sensitive story that marvels with its simplicity and beauty.
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Is He Sleeping? by Olivier Tallec, published by École des Loisirs, immerses us in the tender world of childhood through the eyes of two endearing characters. They love to sit on an old stump and watch the birds flying at full speed. One day, they decide to visit their favorite bird, the blackbird, but it is nowhere to be found.
After searching for it in every nook and cranny, they finally find it, lying peacefully on a path. Thinking it is sleeping, they sit silently by its side, patiently waiting for it to wake up. This moment, suspended in time, is filled with infinite gentleness, prompting the reader to ponder life, silence, and the nature that surrounds us.
The luminous illustrations and the delicate text by Olivier Tallec create an emotional tableau, perfect for a reading session shared between parents and children. The hardcover format and the large pages allow for total immersion in the captivating visual universe of this book.
This poetic story is ideal for stimulating the imagination of young readers while connecting them to nature and its mysteries. A book to offer or share, which will amaze all those who take the time to sit and observe.
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In Is He Sleeping?, Olivier Tallec tells the sweet and poetic story of two friends who set out in search of their favorite bird, the blackbird. During their walk, they find the bird lying down, peaceful, seemingly asleep. This tender wait invites contemplation and observation of nature. This book, with its magnificent illustrations, will captivate both young and old. A sensitive story that marvels with its simplicity and beauty.