The Bear’s discourseJulio Cortázar
Illustrated by Emilio Urberuaga
«And in long summertime I swim at night in the starpecked cistern, I wash my face first with one paw then with the other then with both together, and this causes me a great happiness.»
This is the story of a bear that lives in the plumbing of a building and who discovers the strange and lonely lives of human beings. This amazing story is a fine example of the literature of the great Julio Cortázar. The illustrations by Emilio Urberuaga light up the wanderings of the main character.
Age 4 and up; 200 x 280 mm; 24 pp. Hardback
Emilio Urberuaga: Madrid, 1954. He is the illustrator behind one of the most famous characters in Spanish children’s narrative: Manolito Gafotas, which has been translated into more than eighteen languages. His other work has been successfully published in Latin America, Korea, Spain, the USA, Finland, France, Holland, England, Italy and Japan. As a writer and illustrator he has published, among other works, Hilda, das riesenschaf (Bohem Press, 1994); La selva de Sara (Edelvives, 2003); Marina (Anaya, 2004) and Kroko und der mond (Bohem Press, 2006).
SantiagoFederico García Lorca
Illustrated by Javier Zabala
Written in 1918 in Granada, Santiago is a fantasy work about the visitation of the Apostle to an old peasant. It is a magnificent tale, full of delicate descriptions that combine story-telling with folk tradition, written by one of the most admired poets of the 20th century. An unforgettable work that invites reading and re-reading, and which is enriched by delicate illustrations by prestigious illustrator Javier Zabala.
Age 5 and up; 280 x 210 mm; 24pp. Hardback
Javier Zabala: León, Spain, 1962. One of the most talented graphic artists in Spain. He has illustrated numerous books, including Barcelona (Padua, 2003); Madrid para niños (Padua 2002, and Madrid, 2004); El bosque de los sueños (Madrid 2004); Don Quijote de la Mancha (Madrid, 2004), which won Special Mention for Best Work of Fiction in the Bologna Book Fair prizes 2005, and El soldadito Salomón (Madrid, 2004), winner of the National Illustration Prize 2005 awarded by the Spanish Ministry of Culture.
Tuk is TukClaudia Legnazzi
With witty, ingenious narrative and charming illustrations, Claudia Legnazzi tells the enchanting story of Tuk and Tak and their family of Tuklets, as well as a colourful collection of other fauna, reminding us that no two people are ever the same, and that when very different groups of people live alongside one another, it can be fantastic.
Age 4 and up; 200 x 280 mm; 24 pp. Hardback
Claudia Legnazzi: Buenos Aires, 1956. Lived in Mexico for eleven years, where she won the National Illustration Prize. In Spain she has won the First International Children’s Illustrated Book Competition awarded by Alicante City Council and in 2002 the Grand Jury Prize in UNESCO Asia’s NOMA Concours for Picture Book Illustration.
AdelaidaMarta Vicente
Adelaida is assistant to Rampur, a magician who is frightened that she will reveal his secret tricks. The ingenuity of her friends –a lively pack of stray dogs– saves Adelaida from the wicked magician. From then on Adelaida shares her adventures with her friends, discovering the value of friendship and a beautiful romance.
Age 4 and up; 200 x 280 mm; 24 pp. Hardback
Marta Vicente: Mendoza, Argentina. Marta Vincente is a painter and engraver who has exhibited her work in Argentina, Chile, Paraguay and Germany. In 2003, her work La Cajita won the A la Orilla del Viento Prize awarded by the Fondo de Cultura Económica de México.
El CheruvicháMempo Giardinelli
Illustrated by Alejandro Agdamus
The Cheruvichá is a bird with a large breast, a sharp beak, powerful wings and is awe-inspiring whenangry. It is red in colour and brave and rebellious in character, and ever since it was young it has flown all round the world fighting for justice and freedom. The challenge is greater than its capabilities. The Cheruvichá is a story without a happy ending but still full of hope.
Age 4 and up; 200 x 280 mm; 24 pp. Hardback
Mempo Giardinelli: Resistencia, Argentina, 1947. A writer whose work has been translated into twelve languages. He won the Mexican National Fiction Prize (1983) and the 8th International Rómulo Gallegos Prize (1993). He founded and ran the magazine Puro Cuento from 1986 to 1992.Alejandro Agdamus: Resistencia, Argentina, 1947. A writer whose work has been translated into twelve languages. He won the Mexican National Fiction Prize (1983) and the 8th International Rómulo Gallegos Prize (1993). He founded and ran the magazine Puro Cuento from 1986 to 1992.
And you,
what do you want to be?Imapla
what do you want to be?Imapla
A book full of colours and surprises. Each page has a mask, which allow girls and boys to live their own adventures: one can become a witch, a pirate, a giant, a fireman or an explorer... Simply by letting their imagination go, children can be whatever they want to be.
Age 3 and up; 190 x 230 mm; 16 pp. Boardbook
Imapla (Imma Plá): Barcelona, Spain 1964. His work has received numerous awards, including the Apel·les Mestres Prize (1992), the UNICEF International Illustrator of the Year Prize (1992), the Graphic Prize Special Mention at the Bologna Children’s Book Fair (1992), the National Illustration Prize awarded by the Ministry of Culture for Best Illustrated Children’s Book (1994) and the Santa María Foundation International Illustration Prize awarded by the publisher SM for the book Los pájaros aprenden idiomas (2007).
And you,
How are you?Imapla
How are you?Imapla
Marta's happiness, Isaac's worries and Rocío's sadness fill the pages of this entertaining book, which talks about feelings and emotions in a simple, direct way. A mirror on the last page reflects the surprise of young readers, as well as making them the true protagonists of the book. Because in effect the important thing is the question: And how are you?
Age 3 and up; 190 x 230 mm; 16 pp. Boardbook
Imapla (Imma Plá): Barcelona, Spain 1964. His work has received numerous awards, including the Apel·les Mestres Prize (1992), the UNICEF International Illustrator of the Year Prize (1992), the Graphic Prize Special Mention at the Bologna Children’s Book Fair (1992), the National Illustration Prize awarded by the Ministry of Culture for Best Illustrated Children’s Book (1994) and the Santa María Foundation International Illustration Prize awarded by the publisher SM for the book Los pájaros aprenden idiomas (2007).
The OppbullsitesSebastián García Schnetzer
The Oppbullsites are, as their name suggests, bulls that say the opposite. If one is up the other is down. If one is on the right the other is on the left. If one is white the other is always black. But things start to get complicated when some bulls appear wearing scarves, solitary bulls and groups of bulls, fighting bulls and pacifists. The humor and imagination of these stories about this much maligned animal will amuse both children and adults. But, above all, this book is essential for those who really love bulls.
Age 4 and up; 155 x 190 mm; 48 pp. Hardback
The most famous mouseIstvansch
Smith, the most famous of mice, collects teeth, but this isn't his only hobby. Here he is revealed to be a real fan of literature. An illustrated book about letters and the secrets hidden in books, it will delight –and surely entrance– readers from 6 to 99 years old.
Age 6 and up; 150 x 150 mm; 24 pp. Hardback
Istvansch (Istvan Schritter): Madrid, 1968. Illustrator, designer and writer of various books for children published in Spain, Mexico, France, Switzerland and Argentina. His work has been recognised on several occasions, including 2002, when he represented Argentina as illustrator for the international Hans Christian Andersen prize.
The exceptional TouristRamón Gómez de la Serna
Illustrated by Hermenegildo Sábat
An unforgettable journey around the world in the company of a fantastic traveller to discover the most famous monuments in the most unusual circumstances. An enchanting tale full of humour and imagination by the amazing Ramón Gómez de la Serna, a pioneer of the short story and one of the most influential writers in Spanish literature.
Age 12 and up; 155 x 190 mm; 24 pp. Hardback
Hermenegildo Sábat: Montevideo, 1933. Hermenegildo Sábat has contributed to numerous publications including Clarín (Argentina); The New York Times, The New Yorker and Fortune (United States); and L'Express and Liberation (France). In 2005 he won the prestigious journalism prize awarded by the Fundación Nuevo Periodismo, presided by Gabriel García Márquez.
Advices for good little girlsMark Twain
Illustrated by Montserrat Ginesta
How should really good little girls behave? How should they interact with their friends, brothers and sisters and adults? Mark Twain, one of the comic masters of all time, explains everything in this essential guide to modern manners, whose wit and irony will bring a smile to the lips of its fortunate readers.
Age 8 and up; 155 x 190 mm; 24 pp. Hardback
Montserrat Ginesta: Seva, Barcelona, 1952. Montserrat Ginesta has written numerous children's books and has won important prizes, including the Illustration Prize of the Generalitat de Catalunya (1982); the Lazarillo Illustration Prize (1987); and the National Illustration Prize for Children's And Youth Books awarded by the Spanish Ministry of Culture (1988/1994).
