Thomas Locker
Author
Description
From a gentle mountain pond to a raging waterfall or from a silent ocean mist to a sparkling rainbow, dramatic text and paintings give water voice and substance in this tribute to water in all its glorious forms. Inspiring and informative, Water Dance is a poetic introduction to one of nature's most basic elements. Scientific facts about water and its role in our lives are included.
10) The young artist
Author
Publisher
Dial Books,col. ill.Dial Books
Pub. Date
c1989
Description
A talented young artist, commanded to paint the king's courtiers, all of whom wish to be portrayed with improved appearances, struggles with his sense of integrity which demands honest portraiture.
11) Family farm
Author
Publisher
Dial Books,col. ill.Dial Books
Pub. Date
c1988
Description
A farm family nearly loses their home until they hit on the idea of raising and selling pumpkins and flowers to supplement their corn and milk sales.
13) Catskill eagle
Author
Publisher
Philomel Books
Pub. Date
c1991
Description
In this excerpt from "Moby Dick," Melville portrays the majestic mountain eagle, who at his lowest, still flies above all other birds.