Anno's Spain

With delightfully detailed watercolors, full of whimsical scenes, this wordless picture book explores Spain, tracing the path of the chivalrous Don Quixote tilting at windmills. Award-winning artist Mitsumasa Anno’s leads his readers through scenes rich with historical, literary, artistic, and architectural beauty. His renderings of masterpieces from Picasso, Dali, and Velazquez are woven subtly into the intricate landscape, with Snow White and the Seven Dwarves making an appearance. In detailed notes at the back of the book, Anno explain his journey and the scenes he chose to include, drawing out various features that teach the reader about Spanish history and culture. 60 pages, hardcover. Ages 6 and up.