Leo Dillon war ein gefeierter afroamerikanischer Künstler, der für seine eindrucksvollen Zeitschriften- und Buchcover sowie als Kinderbuchautor und Illustrator bekannt war. Der Großteil seiner Arbeit entstand in Zusammenarbeit mit seiner Frau Diane Dillon, eine Partnerschaft, die einen Großteil seiner preisgekrönten Karriere prägte. Dillons Werk erforschte oft fantastische Themen mit außergewöhnlichem technischen Können und einem tiefen Sinn für Details. Seine einzigartige künstlerische Stimme bereicherte die Kinderliteratur und die bildende Kunst maßgeblich.
Die Sopranistin, die mit ihrer Interpretation der tragischen Heldin mehrfach ausgezeichnet wurde, erzählt den Stoff der Verdi-Oper nach: von der schönen aethiopischen Königstochter Aida, die in die Hände ägyptischer Soldaten fällt und sich in den Heerführer Radames verliebt
Before the baby arrives a couple orders a rocking chair, and as the family grows and changes, the rocking chair is always there, a center of love and continuity
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Harlem, this book celebrates the life and legacy of the legendary tap dancer Bill "Bojangles" Robinson. Through rhythmic text and lively illustrations, readers are taken on a journey through Robinson's iconic performances and his impact on dance and culture. The narrative highlights themes of joy, perseverance, and the rich history of African American entertainment, making it a delightful tribute to a beloved figure in the world of dance.
Celebrating peace and cultural diversity, this collaboration by a renowned husband-and-wife team highlights the joy found in humanity and the distinct beauty inherent in every individual. The vibrant illustrations complement the heartfelt message, creating a visually stunning tribute to unity and appreciation for different cultures. Full color.
Harlan Ellison's Dangerous Visions made history on its release, receiving a special citation at the World Science Fiction Convention as that year's "most significant and controversial SF book published." A landmark short story collection that put New Wave Science Fiction on the literary map, Dangerous Visions won several prestigious awards and was nominated for many others. This now-classic anthology includes thirty-three stories by thirty-two award-winning authors, over half of whom have won multiple Hugo and Nebula Awards. Contributing authors include: Robert Silverberg, Frederik Pohl, Brian W. Aldiss, Philip K. Dick, Larry Niven, Fritz Leiber, Poul Anderson, Theodore Sturgeon, J.G. Ballard, Samuel R. Delany, and Ellison himself. As relevant now as it was when first published, Dangerous Visions is a phenomenal collection that deserves a place on every bookshelf.