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Product Identifiers

PublisherEnchanted Lion Books, LLC

ISBN-101592700934

ISBN-139781592700936

eBay Product ID (ePID)81775784

Product Key Features

Book TitleDaydreams of a Solitary Hamster

Number of Pages56 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicHumor / Comic Strips & Cartoons, Animals / Mice, Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, Etc., General, Social Themes / Friendship, Comics & Graphic Novels / General, Animals / General, Social Themes / Emotions & Feelings

Publication Year2010

IllustratorYes

GenreJuvenile Fiction, Juvenile Nonfiction

AuthorPauline Martin, Astrid Desbordes

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight24.6 Oz

Item Length12.5 in

Item Width8.9 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience

LCCN2010-009961

Dewey Edition22

ReviewsABC Best Books for Children NPR's OnPoint 2010 Summer Reading Pick "[Daydreams of a Solitary Hamster] manages to get to the true essence of existence, even the existence of a solitary (slightly self-important) hamster. What can be more important than sharing laughter, music, and good times with friends? Kids of all ages will love Daydreams if a Solitary Hamster, if they can get it away from their parents long enough to read it themselves." - The Midwest Book Review, ABC Best Books for Children NPR's OnPoint 2010 Summer Reading Pick "[Daydreams of a Solitary Hamster] manages to get to the true essence of existence, even the existence of a solitary (slightly self-important) hamster. What can be more important than sharing laughter, music, and good times with friends? Kids of all ages will love Daydreams if a Solitary Hamster, if they can get it away from their parents long enough to read it themselves." --The Midwest Book Review

Grade FromFirst Grade

Dewey Decimal[E]

Grade ToSecond Grade

SynopsisThis is a richly funny and thought-provoking book of comic strips about the friendships that animate a group of forest animals. The egotistical--but also endearing and really funny--Hamster is the main character, but his affectionate friends, who love Hamster despite all his flaws, are just as fascinating. Imagine a gourmand of a hamster who keeps a diary full of irresistible lies Or a mole who drinks tea in bed while writing his novel, or a snail who asks after the "why" of the world and hopes that it doesn't rain. It's all here, and more With the title a direct reference to Jean Jacques Rousseau's Reveries of a Solitary Walker , The Wild Daydreams of a Solitary Hamster is a childlike--but not in the least bit childish--take on the wanderings of thought and the life of the mind. Philosophical, ironic, and laugh-out-loud funny, this book is sure to appeal to readers of all ages. The author, who has a background in philosophy, employs her knowledge with great style and humor, infusing the book with a joyful spirit, while meditating on friendship, selfishness, and the power of dreams. Astrid Desbordes received her degree in philosophy and has written a number of books on philosophy and religion for adults. Currently, she divides her time between writing and editing. This is her first book for children. Pauline Martin is a graphic designer and illustrator. She has illustrated many graphic novels as well as children's books., This is a richly funny and thought-provoking book of comic strips about the friendships that animate a group of forest animals. The egotistical--but also endearing and really funny--Hamster is the main character, but his affectionate friends, who love Hamster despite all his flaws, are just as fascinating. Imagine a gourmand of a hamster who keeps a diary full of irresistible lies Or a mole who drinks tea in bed while writing his novel, or a snail who asks after the why of the world and hopes that it doesn't rain. It's all here, and more With the title a direct reference to Jean Jacques Rousseau's Reveries of a Solitary Walker , The Wild Daydreams of a Solitary Hamster is a childlike--but not in the least bit childish--take on the wanderings of thought and the life of the mind. Philosophical, ironic, and laugh-out-loud funny, this book is sure to appeal to readers of all ages. The author, who has a background in philosophy, employs her knowledge with great style and humor, infusing the book with a joyful spirit, while meditating on friendship, selfishness, and the power of dreams. Astrid Desbordes received her degree in philosophy and has written a number of books on philosophy and religion for adults. Currently, she divides her time between writing and editing. This is her first book for children. Pauline Martin is a graphic designer and illustrator. She has illustrated many graphic novels as well as children's books., A humorous and thought-provoking book about a selfish yet warm-hearted hamster who thinks big thoughts., This is a richly funny and thought-provoking book of comic strips about the friendships that animate a group of forest animals. The egotistical--but also endearing and really funny--Hamster is the main character, but his affectionate friends, who love Hamster despite all his flaws, are just as fascinating. Imagine a gourmand of a hamster who keeps a diary full of irresistible lies! Or a mole who drinks tea in bed while writing his novel, or a snail who asks after the "why" of the world and hopes that it doesn't rain. It's all here, and more! With the title a direct reference to Jean Jacques Rousseau's Reveries of a Solitary Walker , The Wild Daydreams of a Solitary Hamster is a childlike--but not in the least bit childish--take on the wanderings of thought and the life of the mind. Philosophical, ironic, and laugh-out-loud funny, this book is sure to appeal to readers of all ages. The author, who has a background in philosophy, employs her knowledge with great style and humor, infusing the book with a joyful spirit, while meditating on friendship, selfishness, and the power of dreams. Astrid Desbordes received her degree in philosophy and has written a number of books on philosophy and religion for adults. Currently, she divides her time between writing and editing. This is her first book for children. Pauline Martin is a graphic designer and illustrator. She has illustrated many graphic novels as well as children's books.

LC Classification NumberPZ7.7.D505De 2010