Nancy Andrews-Goebel

The Pot That Juan Built

Illustrator: Diaz, David

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Using local materials and the primitive methods of the Casas Grandes people, Juan Quezada creates stunning pots in the traditional style. Each is a work of art unlike any other. This is the pot that Juan built. These are the flames so sizzling hot That flickered and flared and fired the pot, The beautiful pot that Juan built. Written in the form of "The House That Jack Built" and accompanied by explanatory material, this celebratory story is also the tale of the village of Mata Ortiz and its people. Juan's pioneering work has transformed Mata Ortiz from an impoverished village into a prosperous community of world-renowned artists. With vibrant illustrations by Caldecott Medal winner David Diaz, The Pot That Juan Built is sure to enlighten all who are fascinated by traditional art forms, Mexican culture, and the power of the human spirit to find inspiration from the past.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Lee & Low Books
• Seitenzahl: 32
• Altersempfehlung: 6 bis 9 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Mai 2002
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 222mm x 20mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 159g
• ISBN-13: 9781600608483
• ISBN-10: 1600608485
• Artikelnr.: 33663774

Autorenporträt

Nancy Andrews-Goebel met Juan Quezada in 1995 while on vacation in Mexico. Fascinated by his work and inspired by his wonderful spirit, she and her husband co-produced a documentary entitled Mata Ortiz Pottery: An Inside Look. The Pot That Juan Built is her first book. Andrews-Goebel and her husband live in the northern California town of Cayucos. David Diaz won the Caldecott Medal in 1995 for Smoky Night. He is the illustrator of many other popular children's books as well, including December, Roadrunner's Dance, Going Home, and Wilma Unlimited. Diaz is also an accomplished potter, and he has sold his work to collectors throughout the country. He lives in Carlsbad, California.