The Boy Who Held Back the Sea
The Boy Who Held Back the Sea by Thomas Locker is a beautifully illustrated reprint published by Penguin Young Readers Group on March 1, 1993. This edition features 32 pages of vibrant oil-painted illustrations that accompany a retelling of a traditional Dutch folktale. The story follows Jan, a young boy who, despite his previous lack of heroism, takes swift action when he discovers a leak in the dike protecting his village.
Readers will find a captivating narrative that highlights themes of bravery and responsibility as Jan confronts the impending threat of the sea. The illustrations enhance the storytelling, depicting the struggle between nature and humanity, a significant aspect of Dutch culture. This edition is presented in English and offers a unique blend of juvenile fiction and classic storytelling, making it a noteworthy addition to any collection focused on people and places in Europe.
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From the award-winning and renowned illustrator Thomas Locker, beautiful oil-painted illustrations pair with this wonderful retelling of the traditional Dutch folktale.
Jan had never done anything more heroic than shout for the guard because he’d imagined he’d seen a sea serpent. But when Jan discovered water trickling through a desolate stretch of the dike that protected his low-lying village, he knew he had to act fast.
“Visually stunning.”—Publishers Weekly
“Locker’s depiction of nature overpowering humanity is especially significant to the story and to the Dutch people who have spent centuries battling the sea.”–School Library Journal
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