{"product_id":"9780688106843","title":"The Gift of the Tree","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gift of the Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Alvin Tresselt\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAward-winning author Alvin Tresselt's classic story about the cycle of life is beautifully illustrated and an excellent resource for families.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Gift of the Tree \u003c\/em\u003ereveals the role of an ancient oak tree in the cycle of nature as it dies and returns to the earth, providing nourishment for new life all around it. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eOriginally published in 1972 under the title \u003cem\u003eThe Dead Tree\u003c\/em\u003e, this story about the cycle of nature has never been more timely. Henri Sorensen’s exquisite paintings for this reillustrated edition capture all the beauty and power of the tree’s transformations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs \u003cem\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/em\u003e commented: \"The interdependence of plant and animal life is clearly evident, including both those that seek its shelter and those that hasten the decaying process to prepare the soil for new life. The original text stands the test of time, reaching its audience with power and emotion as it directs attention to the forces of nature at work.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003eImpressionistic illustrations beautifully reflect an evocative text.\u003cbr\u003eNew illustrations breathe freshness into this book originally published as The Dead Tree (Parents, 1972; o.p.). [The illustrations] promote a full understanding of the natural cycle of trees, ever changing, ever renewing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9780688106843\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":41033969467598,"sku":"9780688106843","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/9780688106843_88748e01-da04-4035-ae66-e1a105229cda.jpg?v=1652152153","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9780688106843","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}