The Old Truck
The Old Truck by Jarrett Pumphrey is an illustrated picture book published by National Geographic Books on January 7, 2020. This 48-page book presents a story centered around a young girl who transforms her imagination into action, highlighting her connection with a steadfast pickup truck on a small farm. As the truck ages and becomes rusted, the girl takes initiative to restore it, reflecting her dreams and ambitions.
Readers will find a beautifully crafted narrative that emphasizes themes of determination and imagination. The story unfolds as the girl embarks on her journey to revive her childhood companion while managing her own busy farm. With intricately designed illustrations and a retro aesthetic, The Old Truck explores the relationship between transportation and lifestyles, particularly within the context of farm and ranch life.
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A young girl turns her imagination into action in this beautifully crafted and intricately designed debut picture book.
When is an old truck something more? On a small, bustling farm, a resilient and steadfast pickup works tirelessly alongside the family that lives there, and becomes a part of the dreams and ambitions of the family’s young daughter.
After long days and years of hard work leave the old truck rusting in the weeds, it’s time for the girl to roll up her sleeves. Soon she is running her own busy farm, and in the midst of all the repairing and restoring, it may be time to bring her faithful childhood companion back to life.
With an eye-catching retro design and cleverly nuanced illustrations, The Old Truck celebrates the rewards of determination and the value of imagination.
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