Man Who Saved Books
“Man Who Saved Books” by Lynn Plourde, published by Down East Books on July 15, 2022, is a 32-page picture book that presents an inspiring story about the value of books and community. The narrative follows Mr. Pottle, the overseer of a town landfill, who is dedicated to rescuing discarded books to share with others. When he suffers an injury, the townspeople, particularly the children, rally to support him, only to discover that Mr. Pottle cannot read. This revelation leads to a heartwarming journey as the community comes together to help him appreciate the treasures he has saved.
Readers will find that the illustrations by Mary Beth Owens enhance the story, capturing the unique environment of the dump while highlighting Mr. Pottle’s determination to recycle and cherish books. The book emphasizes themes of friendship, community support, and the joy of reading, making it a delightful addition to any child’s library. With its focus on recycling and green living, “Man Who Saved Books” encourages young readers to appreciate literature and the importance of sharing knowledge.
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One town’s trashbecomes the dump man’s treasure in this inspiring tale by award-winning author Lynn Plourde. Mr. Pottle, who oversees the town landfill, just cannot bear to see books thrown out and destroyed, so he rescues and recycles them for the community to enjoy. When Mr. Pottle takes a fall one day and is injured, that community—especially the children—comes to his rescue. The townspeople bring books to speed his recovery—and are amazed to discover that the book-loving man cannot read. That’s when a town full of eager readers helps Mr. Pottle to fully enjoy his treasures.
Illustrations by Mary Beth Owens are packed with details that capture the chaos and beauty of a dump and show Mr. Pottle’s determination to let nothing of value to go to waste. Little ones will love the way favorite items keep showing up in different places around the dump.
An enjoyable picture book in its own right, The Man Who Saved Books also delivers a heartwarming message about the treasures to be found in books, in reading together, and in friendship.
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