189 Canaries

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written by Dieter Böge & illustrated by Elsa Klever In a cozy room in northern Germany, a yellow canary sings rolling melodies to the miners and carpenters of the Harz mountains. B ut today a bird dealer has come, and he will take the canary far, far away from everything he knows. The journey leads onto trains and steamships, across Europe and even the Atlantic. At last the canary arrives in a room in New York where he hears a strangely familiar song… This beautiful, poignant book introduces readers to the little-known history of a beloved songbird. Lushly illustrated in rich colours, 189 Canaries is an unforgettable story about music, migration, and the search for home. Recommended for ages 6-10 years, but older children and adults may also enjoy. Hardcover, 48 pages. 8.67 x 11.0 x 0.5 inches. Published by Eerdmans Books for Young Readers. Show more