Graphically original illustrations by Andre Francois bring the story to life for young readers
Hardcover edition ensures durability and preserves the artwork
First edition from 1958, offering a collectible and timeless classic
New York Times Best Illustrated Book of 1958 recognition for its impact
Explores the imaginative world of children, fostering creativity and wonder
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Originally published in New York in 1958 and reissued as a classic of mid-century children’s literature, this graphically innovative picture book by the enigmatic artist François (Andre Farkas) tells the story of Roland, a young boy whose imagination dissolves the boundary between reality and fantasy entirely. A stick becomes a sword, a b