Imagine a City tells the story of two children travelling with their mother by train to a fantastical city and the things that they do and see while there.
I’m liking
This book is sparse on text and high on detailed illustrations. The author, Elise Hurst, is an Australian artist and illustrator and her style has a gorgeous, old-fashioned feeling about it. There is *so* much in each image and my kids never get sick of looking at these illustrations.
The illustrations also have a fantastical feeling about them and there are elements of a whole range of styles, as well as many cultural and artistic references.
The conclusion
This book is really one for the imagination. With few words and illustrations that will keep both kids and adults captivated, this book is one to treasure.
