City Under the City

From acclaimed author-illustrator Dan Yaccarino comes an exhilarating adventure—set in a richly imagined alternate future—celebrating autonomy, community, and the power of reading, perfect for fans of The Rock From the Sky.

Bix lives with her family in a city where people rarely talk or play together, and no longer read books. Instead, they stare at small portable screens, monitored by giant eyeballs. The Eyes are here to help! With everything. But Bix would like to do things for herself. Running from an Eye, she discovers another world: the City Under the City. There, she befriends a rat who leads her to a library and its treasure trove of books and knowledge. As she explores the abandoned city, she’s thrilled to learn about the people who lived there, with no Eyes. But she misses her family, and decides to head home, where, just maybe, she can help defeat the intrusive Eyes—and show her people how to think for themselves and enjoy each other’s company. Told through Dan Yaccarino’s stunning graphic style, this page-turning picture book/early reader crossover will spark a new appreciation of reading, books, independence, friendship, and family.

 
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# of Pages: 68

Book Binding: Hardcover

Year of Publication: 2022

Publisher: minedition

Language: en

ISBN: 9781662650895

Dan Yaccarino is an American author and illustrator who has created numerous children's books, including City Under the City. He was born and raised in New York City, which serves as the inspiration for many of his stories. Yaccarino has a distinctive illustration style, often using bold colors and simple shapes to create vibrant and engaging images. He has received numerous awards for his work, including the Bologna Ragazzi Award and the Parents' Choice Award. In addition to writing and illustrating books, Yaccarino has also worked on various television shows, including "Oswald" and "The Backyardigans." He continues to create imaginative and charming stories for readers of all ages.