Capturing Joy

The Story of Maud Lewis

Jo Ellen Bogart, Mark Lang

$17.99

Paperback

Not in-store but you can order this
How long will it take?

Availability Information

We source books from suppliers in Australia and overseas. For books we don't currently have in stock, the time it takes to get them from our suppliers can vary widely - from a few days to a few months - so we check each book with each supplier to determine the expected time it will take to be supplied to us.

We then advise you accordingly. If the time taken to get any book is too long for you, you can let us know and we will cancel or adjust your order, and refund as required.

To find out the anticipated arrival time for specific items prior to ordering, please contact us by phone or email:

Phone +61 2 9264 3111, or 1800 4 BOOKS (1800 4 26657) if outside Sydney:
option 1 Abbey's Bookshop (Crime, History, Science, Kids & more) • info@abbeys.com.au
option 2 Language Book Centre (ESL & Foreign Languages) • language@abbeys.com.au
option 3 Galaxy Bookshop (Sci-fi, Fantasy, Romance, Graphic Novels) • sf@galaxybooks.com.au

QTY:

English

Tundra Books
10 May 2011

Children's & young adult: general non-fiction; Art: general interest (Children's&YA); People & places (Children's&YA)

This picture book biography of a beloved Canadian folk artist, is a great introduction to biography as a genre, and to folk art.

It is a celebration of an indominable spirit, and will sell particularly well through schools and libraries, and galleries.

Originally published in hardcover in 2002, this is the first paperback edition.

Maud Lewis was born into a loving Nova Scotia family who accepted her physical limitations. When her parents died and she was forced to find her own way in the world, she married and set up a modest household in a small cabin. Despite the hardships she faced, she was able to find joy in her life, a joy that she expressed through her art. She painted canvases of animals, children, and her surroundings. Her art spilled over into everything from dust pans to the walls of her house. Maud Lewis died in 1970, but her wonderful, life-affirming art lives on and is treasured by people who understand and appreciate folk art all over the world.

By: Jo Ellen Bogart
Illustrated by: Mark Lang
Imprint: Tundra Books
Country of Publication: Canada
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 254mm, Spine: 3mm
Weight: 147g
ISBN: 9781770492622
ISBN 10: 1770492623
Pages: 32
Publication Date: 10 May 2011
Recommended Age: From 8 to 12 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jo Ellen Bogart is the author of many best-selling children's books, including Malcolm's Runaway Soap, Daniel's Dogs, and Gifts. Born in Houston, Texas, she lives in a pet-filled home in Guelph, Ontario. Mark Lang is a painter, illustrator, and graphic designer. His work has appeared in the Boston Globe, the New York Times, the Village Voice, and other publications. He has twice collaborated with author Joan Bodger on the children's book, The Forest Family, and the travelogue, How the Heather Looks. Mark Lang lives with his family in Montreal.

Reviews for Capturing Joy: The Story of Maud Lewis

More than an account of a fascinating life, Bogart's introduction to this Canadian painter is a lesson in self-determination...A lovely and inspiring book. - School Library Journal .. .charming and exquisite...this book makes a beautiful addition to any art lovers bookcase. It is also a delightful souvenir of Nova Scotia, a celebration of our rich artistry and artistic heritage...Overall, a lovely book. - CM Magazine .. .a tale that works at every level...it will appeal to everyone for so many reasons. - Resource links Jo Ellen Bogart tells Lewis' story with empathy and insight... - Quill & Quire [The] text is simply written but interesting and accessible to young readers. - ABQLA Bulletin .. .to be easily understood for young readers. - Books .. .the young reader is never overwhelmed with biographical detail, but is left free to absorb the essentials of Maud's life little by little. Soft-edge pencil drawings by Mark Lang add welcome additional details to this excellent picture biography. - CITY Parent .. .an exceptional book. - Winnipeg Free Press It is a particular pleasure to read how Bogart deals with the 'artistic' aspect of the book - discussing Lewis' style in a meaningful way...The book deliciously treats readers to views of 13 of Lewis' riotously delightful tableaux... [Lang's] realistic drawings in pencil provide a gentle visual commentary about Lewis' life. - The Guelph Mercury Bogart handles the story of Lewis's difficult and impoverished life with great tact. Her declarative style says more than the mere words ever could...a lovely picture book...[that] will inspire curiosity about and admiration for this remarkable woman. - The Telegram . . .this beautifully-crafted picture book captures the heightened delight with which Maud Lewis viewed the world outside her small window. - The New Brunswick Reader From the Hardcover edition.