Monday, June 22, 2020

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy

Above is a page from the book I recently bought, on a whim, because it sounded so good. It is every bit as wonderful as I hoped. This is a book for anyone of any age, child to adult, who loves to dream, to hope and to grow.
The title is "The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and the Horse", words and drawings by Charlie Mackesy.
Below is the cover.

In a move against all the darkness in the world these days, I treated myself to the hardcover edition and it is a book I will read or just dip into, again and again. Maybe I have intrigued you to get a copy too.


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40 comments:

  1. The Weaver of GrassJune 22, 2020 at 7:14 AM

    I love this book - it should be in every household.

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  2. Ellen D.June 22, 2020 at 7:16 AM

    Thanks for that great quote! It is helpful to hear those words today. I will check my library for this book. Thanks for sharing this book!

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  3. Marie SmithJune 22, 2020 at 8:28 AM

    It looks perfect for the times.

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  4. LaurieJune 22, 2020 at 8:44 AM

    Yes you have intrigued me, I will look it up. Have a wonderful day!

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  5. Lark June 22, 2020 at 8:51 AM

    This looks so cute! :)

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  6. JeanieJune 22, 2020 at 9:10 AM

    We all need a book that lifts us these days. That sounds like a good one!

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  7. LinJune 22, 2020 at 9:45 AM

    You have intrigued me. I am avoiding everything these days...social media, what they used to call the "news"...people....I just can't take any more nastiness.

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  8. BetsyJune 22, 2020 at 10:02 AM

    Such true words, "Everyone is a bit scared, but we are less scared together." Thank you for telling us about this book. We all need each other. If only the world would see that instead of passing on so much hate.
    Blessings,
    Betsy

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  9. Sarah DeeJune 22, 2020 at 10:57 AM

    I was recently given this as a present and I love it, every bit as good as you say and beautifully illustrated. A cross between Winnie the Pooh and The Velveteen Rabbit, just a joy. Sarah D.

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  10. oldgreymareprimitivesJune 22, 2020 at 11:15 AM

    I'm intrigued :D

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  11. Mevely317June 22, 2020 at 11:57 AM

    Well, color me intrigued! That first image reminds me of a Winnie the Pooh quote.

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  12. BonnieJune 22, 2020 at 12:05 PM

    This looks like a lovely book for all ages! We all need something like that to remind us to stay hopeful and look ahead to good things.

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  13. (Diane) Bibliophile By the SeaJune 22, 2020 at 2:18 PM

    Hmmm, this is the second post about this book I've seen in the last couple of days. I'm not really a fan of graphic novels yet, I'm curious.

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  14. AnonymousJune 22, 2020 at 3:45 PM

    Terra, what gorgeous drawings! Please let us know how the book is!

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  15. MariJune 22, 2020 at 5:34 PM

    Hmmm - I'll have to check that out. :)

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  16. Granny MarigoldJune 22, 2020 at 6:41 PM

    I've been enjoying those pictures and lovely little sayings on Pinterest. So endearing. No wonder you like the book.

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  17. My Tata's CottageJune 22, 2020 at 9:15 PM

    I love a good read. I will check it out. I recently bought several books regarding western NY where our youngest daughter lives with her new husband. There is always interesting history everywhere. My late Uncle Louie was a Colorado history buff and there was nothing about our state that he did not know. Thank you for sharing and always visiting me. Have a wonderful week. HUGS across the miles

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  18. AnnJune 23, 2020 at 1:46 AM

    I'll have to look for this one. I love the cover.

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  19. Hilary Melton-ButcherJune 23, 2020 at 2:54 AM

    Hi Terra - looks to be a fascinating book ... and as is mentioned a book of hope ... for our times - thanks for sharing it. All the best - Hilary

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  20. RianJune 23, 2020 at 3:16 AM

    I LOVE this book! Sent it to my grand daughter for her graduation recently. Now buying a copy for myself! Yes, perfect book - beautiful illustrations and philosophical sayings - and very appropriate for these unsettling times...

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  21. Hilary Melton-ButcherJune 23, 2020 at 3:20 AM

    Hi Terra - this sounds a delightful book ... thanks for introducing us to it ... we need hope and positivity at the moment ... stay safe - Hilary

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  22. Starting Over, Accepting Changes - MaybeJune 23, 2020 at 4:20 AM

    We all need something good to read in these difficult times. This sounds perfect.

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  23. Margaret DJune 23, 2020 at 4:23 AM

    I do like that cover, it's different and would draw me to attention.

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  24. Ramana RajgopaulJune 23, 2020 at 5:57 AM

    The book sounds interesting. Shall investigate and purchase. Thank you.

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  25. DebbieJune 23, 2020 at 6:17 AM

    i was so intrigued, i went to amazon, and ordered the book. i am not a "reader" but i think i could handle this. if not, i will gift it to a friend. many thanks for the positive information!!!

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  26. OlgaJune 23, 2020 at 9:27 AM

    Yes, my interest is piqued.

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  27. TaborJune 23, 2020 at 10:34 AM

    Definitely intrigued.

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  28. Blondie's JournalJune 23, 2020 at 9:09 PM

    I came upon this book at Christmas and had to walk away---too many others to think about. One day soon I'll treat myself. Enjoy!

    Jane

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  29. Caz.P.June 25, 2020 at 8:16 AM

    my husband bought me this book last Christmas. It really is lovely.

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  30. doriJune 29, 2020 at 4:06 PM

    The title is great - the drawings, too! Fine, that the content of the story also is great!

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  31. Susan HeatherJune 29, 2020 at 7:28 PM

    I hadn't heard of this - will check it out when next in town.

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  32. MarthaJune 30, 2020 at 2:43 AM

    My friend Barrie introduced me to these drawings on Pinterest. They are fabulously intriguing.
    :0)

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  33. Latane BartonJune 30, 2020 at 4:33 PM

    well, you certainly peaked my interest in that book. I love books that you just have to read over and over again.

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  34. BijouxJuly 1, 2020 at 5:45 PM

    I love the drawings alone.

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  35. SarahJuly 2, 2020 at 12:49 AM

    I love Charlie Mackesy's drawings, they are so beautiful. He is one of my favourite artists.

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  36. KathyJuly 2, 2020 at 8:44 PM

    I have never heard of this book, but now I am intrigued. I will have to look it up.

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  37. Leaon MaryJuly 3, 2020 at 9:03 AM

    I've seen those drawings before and didnt realize it was a book. Yes now I'd like to have a look into it.... thanks for sharing Terra

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  38. Net - "It's a Wonderful Movie"July 4, 2020 at 9:08 AM

    How nice! We all need things to take our minds off the news for a bit. This is so sweet!

    Blessings, Net

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  39. LeanneJuly 6, 2020 at 5:42 AM

    Hi Terra - I have those pictures come up on my Pinterest feed quite regularly and didn't know where they originated (or the artist) Nice to find out a little more and I'm glad you treated yourself to something so lovely.

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  40. Hilary Melton-ButcherJuly 8, 2020 at 1:59 AM

    Hi Terra - I bought the book for my SIL - and she said it was very appropriate and loved it ... so thank you ... you've given me brownie points!! Take care - Hilary

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