Tonbo
Tonbo by Allen Say is a semiautobiographical story that explores the power of memory in shaping art. Published by HarperCollins Publishers in 2024, this edition features 32 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows an old man who unexpectedly begins to age backward, leading him on a journey through a familiar town where he encounters various figures from his past, prompting reflections on his life and creativity.
Readers will find that Tonbo delves into themes of memory and artistic inspiration, illustrated through lush oil paintings that pay homage to the American realist movement. As the protagonist searches for a paper airplane that triggers his memories, he embarks on a quest that intertwines elements of fantasy and self-discovery. This book invites young readers to engage with their own creativity while exploring multicultural stories and the significance of personal history.
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In this semiautobiographical story told through the eyes of a man who ages backward, Caldecott medalist Allen Say reveals the power of memory to shape one’s art.
As an old man takes a morning walk, he is startled by a paper airplane overhead. He follows it to a strangely familiar town. There he meets a man who calls him “son” and high school boys who ask him to play catch. When he sees a glimpse of his reflection, he realizes a shocking fact: He is a young man. Could it be that he is getting younger and younger with each person he meets
As he searches for the plane, he is led deeper into his memories. Where will he find the plane And what will he discover
Lushly rendered in oil paintings that nod to the American realist movement, Tonbo will encourage a new generation of artists to take up the creative path.
Don’t miss these titles by Allen Say:
- Grandfather’s Journey
- Kozo the Sparrow
- Stranger in the Mirror
- Miss Irwin
- The Sign Painter
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