Jan Wahl

The Long Tall Journey Jan Wahl

Marc Notes: In this tale inspired by true events, a giraffe journeys from its home in Africa to a 19th century menagerie in France, encountering curiosities and establishing a new purpose in life--; Provided by publisher. Biographical Note: Jan Wahl has dedicated much of his adult life to writing for children, authoring previous Creative Editions books such as The Enchanted Sled and Bear Dance. His first children's title, published in 1964, was illustrated by Maurice Sendak. An Ohio native, Wahl lives and works in Toledo. Parisian designer and illustrator Laurent Gapaillard has lent his talents to animated feature films, television series, video games, and novels. Recent gallery exhibitions have also featured his work. The Long Tall Journey is his first project for Creative Editions. Publisher Marketing: When a giraffe is taken from its beloved acacia grove in Africa and sets sail for France, it does not welcome the adventure at first. Everything is foreign; nothing is familiar. Taking his cue from the imagined perspective of the captive, author Jan Wahl crafts a sympathetic tale with roots in reality. Meanwhile, French artist Laurent Gapaillard's arresting landscapes offer a panoramic view of each episode, reinforcing the scope of The Long Tall Journey made by a 19th-century exotic gift. Review Citations: School Library Journal 09/01/2015 pg. 184 (EAN 9781568462301, Hardcover) Kirkus Reviews 08/15/2015 pg. 176 (EAN 9781568462301, Hardcover) Contributor Bio:  Wahl, Jan Jan Wahl is the author of more than one hundred books for children. He lives in Toledo, Ohio.