In il sung nas first picture book, a book of sleep, he utilizes a mix of hand painting and computer enhancement to create soothingly beautiful art. Mar 01, 20 a book of sleep theme contains several images inspired by a popular childrens book created by il sung na. The confluence of these reminded me of a lovely 2009 childrens book titled a book of sleep the american debut of korean illustrator il sung na, whose beautifully textured drawings tell the. Jan 11, 2011 a book of sleep was his first picture book, followed by the thingamabob and snow rabbit, spring rabbit spring 2011, which are also available from knopf. Nov 01, 2009 one of the sweetest and most original of the new nighttime picture books is a book of sleep, written and illustrated by the talented koreanborn british artist il sung na. The boston globe a book of babies a grand readaloud.
The book tells the story of how different animals sleep as compared to the owl. Il sung na is a korean illustrator of childrens books who draws using mixed media. The books to help your child fall sleep readers digest. Il sung na books list of books by author il sung na. Il sung na shows various animals in sleep from the view point of an inquisitive, nocturnal owl as he goes about his activities through the night. Miss sofies story time kids books read aloud 243,916 views.
Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading a book of sleep. Its the rare picture book that, upon arrival, feels as though it has been around for years already. When the sky grows darkand the moon glows bright,everyone goes to. In a book of sleep by ii sung na, you can join the watchful owl as he watches the other animals fall asleep and talk with your child about the different sleep habits of each animal in the book. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Il sung na is a writer and illustrator of various picture books, including a book of sleep, a book of babies, and the thingamabob.
Dec 31, 2016 this feature is not available right now. Jan 11, 2011 originally from korea, il sung na studied illustration at kingston university in london. A book of sleep theme contains several images inspired by a popular childrens book created by il sung na. Il sung na makes his american debut with this gorgeous bedtime offering. A book of animal habitats a book of babies snow rabbit, spring rabbit. Il sung nas most recent illustrated childrens books is zzzzz a book of sleep, published by meadowside in u. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. A book of sleep by il sung na overdrive rakuten overdrive.
Intricate designs and complex textures are etched into his bold, simple art and lovely little details implore the. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the opposite zoo. Originally from korea, il sung na studied illustration at kingston university in london. The boston globe calls il sung nas art so joyous, so jubilantly colorful, it feels celebratory and poetic even when the story is simple and. See all books authored by il sung na, including zzzzz. Zzzzz a book of sleep by il sung na 9781845392703paperback. Mar 08, 2016 the opposite zoo ebook written by il sung na. A book of sleep by il sung na board book my imagination.
Il sung nas brighteyed owl watches over the snoozing world and shows how sleep is both universal and individual. Il sung nas a book of sleep is a gentle reminder for us to. A book of sleep by il sung na story time pals read for kids kids books read aloud duration. Jan 11, 2011 buy a book of sleep brdbk by na, il sung isbn. Il sung na isnt a goodreads author, but he does have a blog, so here are some recent posts imported from his feed. The boston globe calls il sung na s art so joyous, so jubilantly colorful, it feels celebratory and poetic even when the story is simple and. Buy a book of sleep book online at low prices in india a. Book of sleep by il sung na is a picture book intended for children ages 15 years n. With a spare, soothing text and beautifully rich and textured illustrations of a starry night, this is the perfect book of sleep. When the sky grows dark and the moon glows bright, everyone goes to sleep. It is difficult to praise a book of sleep, by il sung na, without sounding as if im knocking it.
Il sung nas signature illustrations, full of unique patterns and stylized animals, bring character to this sweet book about different animals and. While each animal rests in its own special way, little ones will also drift off to a cozy sleep. The boston globe il sung nas illustrative art is so joyous, so jubilantly colorful, it feels celebratory and poetic even when the story is simple and spare. The illustrations in this book are so lovely that the story might just be lost in the looking. Book of sleep story and illustrations by il sung na. A book of changing seasons a book of sleep board book edition the thingamabob. Night falls and finds all the newborns ready for sleep, nudging little readers to shut their eyes. To learn more about il sung na and his work, please visit. The book itself i would give 3 stars to but the illustrations are amazing. A book of sleep and dark night can light up dark autumn. Nprs best books of 2017 bird, balloon, bear is on nprs best books of 2017 concierge.
One of the sweetest and most original of the new nighttime picture books is a book of sleep, written and illustrated by the talented koreanborn british artist il sung na. Despite our best efforts to predict the demand for books, the magical spells we use sometimes fail us. Travel with the curious duck and visit babies around the world on their very first day of life. It depicts some sleepy fantasy creatures and this makes the theme ideal for a childs pc. In 2001, he moved to london to pursue a bfa in illustration and animation at kingston university, where he discovered a passion for childrens books. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read a book of babies. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. From the creator of a book of sleep and snow rabbit, spring rabbit comes a beautiful book of baby animals. While other animals sleep at night, some quietly and others noisily, some alone and others huddled together, a wideeyed owl watches. Jul 3, 2015 book of sleep story and illustrations by il sung na. Mar 14, 2011 a book of sleep by il sung na this is the perfect bedtime story not too long, quiet pictures, plenty to look at, and a soft, soothing storyline.
Il sung nas illustrative art is so joyous, so jubilantly colorful, it feels celebratory and poetic even when the story is simple and spare. He shows us whales sleeping as they move through the ocean, birds sleeping with one eye open, and a fish sleeping with both eyes wide open. Jan 07, 2014 a book of babies ebook written by il sung na. The book shows a dark night, with the owl the only animal still awake. App of sleep story by il sung na to buy this app, please go to. The boston globe il sung nas illustrative art is so joyous, so jubilantly colorful, it feels celebratory and poetic even when the story is simple and.
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