The Arrival

Cover of The Arrival by Shaun Tan
Author: Shaun Tan
Year: 2007
Language: en
Edition: Illustrated
Pages: 128
ISBN-13: 9780439895293
Dimensions:
Height: 12 Inches
Length: 9 Inches
Weight: 1.8 Pounds
Width: 0.5 Inches
Dewey Decimal: 823.92
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The Arrival by Shaun Tan, published by Arthur A. Levine Books in October 2007, is an illustrated work that explores the immigrant experience through a unique visual narrative. This 128-page book presents a story without words, allowing readers to engage with the artwork and interpret the journey of a newcomer in a new city. The illustrations convey a sense of adventure and wonder, capturing the emotions and challenges faced by those who leave their homes in search of a better life.

Readers will find a rich tapestry of cityscapes and characters that evoke a hauntingly familiar atmosphere. The book delves into themes of emigration and immigration, using the medium of comic art to tell a profound story. With its imaginative visuals and narrative flow, The Arrival invites readers to reflect on the experiences of strangers in a new land, making it a significant addition to children’s fiction and graphic storytelling.


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A truly remarkable work of art that is already one of the most talked-about books of the season.
“Tan’s lovingly laid out and masterfully rendered tale about the immigrant experience is a documentary magically told.” — Art Spiegelman, author of Maus”An absolute wonder.” — Marjane Satrapi, author of Persepolis”A magical river of strangers and their stories!” — Craig Thompson, author of Blankets”A shockingly imaginative graphic novel that captures the sense of adventure and wonder that surrounds a new arrival on the shores of a shining new city. Wordless, but with perfect narrative flow, Tan gives us a story filled with cityscapes worthy of Winsor McCay.” — Jeff Smith, author of Bone”Shaun Tan’s artwork creates a fantastical, hauntingly familiar atmosphere… Strange, moving, and beautiful.” — Jon J. Muth, Caldecott Medal-winning author of Zen Shorts”Bravo.” — Brian Selznick, Caldecott Medal-winning author of The Invention of Hugo Cabret”Magnificent.” — David Small, Caldecott Medalist

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When was “The Arrival” published?
Publisher: Arthur A. Levine Books. Year: 2007.
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ISBN-13: 9780439895293.
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Language: en. Pages: 128. Edition: Illustrated.

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