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Tuesday
First published 1991 · 32 pages
A surreal, wordless midnight flight that transforms the ordinary into a canvas of quiet, deadpan magic.
What it feels like
Opening this book feels like stepping into a vivid, silent dream where the rules of gravity and logic have been gently suspended. The experience is entirely visual, inviting readers to slow down and pore over lush, cinematic watercolors that unfold with a leisurely, deliberate pacing. There is a profound quietness to the nocturnal atmosphere, punctuated by a deadpan, surreal humor that builds as the impossible becomes delightfully real. It is a masterclass in visual storytelling that trusts the reader to fill in the blanks, creating a shared secret between the artist and the audience. Perfect for imaginative minds of any age, it offers a wondrous, lingering journey that changes the way you look at the ordinary world.
- Mood
- dreamlike
- nocturnal
- wondrous
- quiet
- Tone
- whimsical
- deadpan
- surreal
- playful
- Pace
- leisurely
- Themes
- hidden magic · nocturnal mischief · surrealism · the extraordinary in the mundane
- The writing
- Almost entirely wordless, relying on lush, cinematic watercolor panels that speak volumes through visual pacing and expressive character details.
- The arc
- Moves from quiet, moonlit mystery to a crescendo of joyful, surreal mischief before ending on a note of humorous anticipation.
- Who it's for
- Visual thinkers and imaginative dreamers of all ages who love to linger over intricate illustrations and spot hidden jokes.
About the book
Frogs rise on their lily pads, float through the air, and explore the nearby houses while their inhabitants sleep.
Translation of: Tuesday.
Description from Open Library.
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