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This New Baby

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A mother caring for her baby through the night reflects on the joys and mysteries of this new and precious life. With a simple poetic text and gorgeous Matisselike illustrations by renowned textile...
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  • 17 September 2011
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A mother caring for her baby through the night reflects on the joys and mysteries of this new and precious life. With a simple poetic text and gorgeous Matisselike illustrations by renowned textile designer Virginia Johnson, This New Baby is a perfect evocation of parental love. Any person who has ever had a baby, anyone who would like to have a baby and anyone who has ever been a baby will be deeply touched by this beautiful book. The text for This New Baby was originally published in 1998.
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Price: $8.95
Pages: 22
Publisher: Groundwood Books
Imprint: Groundwood Books
Publication Date: 17 September 2011
Trim Size: 6.62 X 7.00 in
ISBN: 9781554980888
Format: Board Book
BISACs: JUVENILE FICTION / Family / New Baby, JUVENILE FICTION / Bedtime & Dreams
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“...delicate illustrations and ephemeral imagery” — Publishers Weekly



“...noted textile designer Virginia Johnson brings her trademark touches of scintillating colour and deft, oblique design to a board book by the late and much-lamented Teddy Jam (a.k.a. Matt Cohen).” — Susan Perren, The Globe and Mail



“...as gentle as it is powerful!” — Stacey, Word of Mouse Book Reviews



“This New Baby would be a welcome addition to any newborn's collection of "sleepy time" books.” — Trevor Lockhart, CM Magazine



“A provocative musing on the transformative power of parenthood.” — Kirkus



“Jam’s poetic lines dip and soar...” — Deirdre Baker, The Toronto Star



“. . . soft Matisse-like images give a fresh and delightful look.” — Canadian Children's Booknews