1999 1st Ed. Grandad’S Prayers Of The Earth; and similar items

GRANDAD?S PRAYERS OF THE EARTH By: Douglas Wood Illustrated By: P.J. Lynch Copyright: 1999; Stated First Edition Published By: Candlewick Press This large Hard Cover book is in near pristine condition inside and out, other than abrasion to back side of paper jacket, as shown. Otherwise in perfect Like New condition inside and out. Stated first edition. This book was reprinted in 2009 and won the Christopher Award. First presented in 1949, the Christopher Awards were established by Christopher founder Father James Keller to salute media that ?affirm the highest values of the human spirit.? Their goal is to encourage men, women and children to pursue excellence in creative arenas that have the potential to influence a mass audience positively. Award winners encourage audiences to see the better side of human nature and motivate artists and the general public to use their best instincts on behalf of others. Extremely collectible in good vintage condition! From Book Jacket: A beautiful and moving picture book about the bond between a grandparent and child and the enduring spirit of love. "Grandad and I likes to go for walks in the woods together. We didn't walk very far. Or very fast. Or very straight. While we walked, I would ask him questions about things I wasn't sure of. One day, I asked Grandad about prayers. "'Did you know, boy,' Grandad whispered, 'that trees pray?'" Grandad is the boy's best friend. Being with him always makes the world seem right. And how vast that world is. A world of tall trees that reach for the clouds and sun and moon and starsand what else is reaching for heaven but a prayer? Each time that he and Grandad walk in the woods, the boy listens for the prayers of the earth. And while he isn't always sure he hears them, Grandad's words inspire him to keep listening. Finally, the boy asks the hardest question of all: "Are our prayers answered, Grandad?" And, one day, long after Grandad is gone, after many, many prayers, after the boy is grown, he understands Grandad's reply: "Most prayers are not really questions. And if we listen very closely, a prayer is often its own answer." Douglas Wood, author of OLD TURTLE, has written a wise and moving story for readers of all ages. With paintings by acclaimed artist P. J. Lynch, this beautiful and uplifting picture book just may change your life forever. Fantastic gift for children?s book collector in your life!!!!! Your satisfaction is important to me. Any and all questions answered, and happy to send more pics / info etc. Please look at my feedback and buy with confidence. Please see my other auctions for more great collectible books! Happy to discount shipping for multiple wins! Check out my other items!