The Skull: A Tyrolean Folktale
A #1 New York Times bestseller!
A Kirkus Book Prize Finalist!
A New York Times Best Children’s Chapter Book the Year
A Wall Street Journal Best Children's Book of the Year
Caldecott Medalist and New York Times best-selling author-illustrator Jon Klassen delivers a deliciously macabre treat for folktale fans.
Jon Klassen's signature wry humor takes a turn for the ghostly in this thrilling retelling of a traditional Tyrolean folktale. In a big abandoned house, on a barren hill, lives a skull. A brave girl named Otilla has escaped from terrible danger and run away, and when she finds herself lost in the dark forest, the lonely house beckons. Her host, the skull, is afraid of something too, something that comes every night. Can brave Otilla save them both? Steeped in shadows and threaded with subtle wit—with rich, monochromatic artwork and an illuminating author’s note—The Skull is as empowering as it is mysterious and foreboding.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 112
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2023
Publisher: Candlewick
Language: en
ISBN: 9781536223361
Creator Bio
Jon Klassen is a Canadian author and illustrator known for his whimsical and darkly humorous picture books. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Klassen studied animation at Sheridan College and worked in the animation industry for several years before turning to children's books. He has won numerous awards for his illustrations, including two Caldecott Honors and the Governor General's Award for Illustration. In addition to writing and illustrating his own books, Klassen has collaborated with other authors, such as Mac Barnett, on critically acclaimed titles. His unique style, which often incorporates muted colors and subtle expressions, has made him a beloved and highly sought-after creator in the world of children's literature.
