The Little Tern : A Story of Insight

by Brooke Newman

Book Overview

The enchanting story of a bird who one day discovers he has lost the ability to fly, The Little Tern is a beautifully illustrated modern fable on finding hope in disappointing or frustrating... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0743207688
• ISBN13: 9780743207683
• Release Date: January 2001
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.

Customer Reviews

THE LITTLE TERN is a charming story.

THE LITTLE TERN is a philosophical fable that has been designed as a picture book. It tells the tale of a little bird who suddenly cannot fly. All birds are supposed to fly, and a tern is designed to fly and soar through the skies, darting for food in the sea.Since the Little Tern can't fly he's forced to live on the beach, walking awkwardly in the waves and watching the fog roll in, pondering who he is and his purpose in life. Is a bird still a bird if he has to remain earthbound?Season follows season and gradually the Little Tern makes some friends. He searches for meaning in the little things he observes --- things he never noticed before when he could fly. As he gradually learns to make the very best of things as he finds them, he discovers a secret that enriches his life. Will it help him fly again, or will it just help him live without being able to fly?THE LITTLE TERN is a charming story with beautiful watercolor illustrations. The words themselves draw their own pictures for you and will make you think about what the purpose of living really is. --- Reviewed by Tamara Penny

Inspirational

I found the Little Tern both moving and inspirational. A welcomed piece of wisdom to all of us during these difficult times. The writing and illustrations work brilliantly together to create a memorable journey for the reader. A book not to be missed!

Timely Book

This book is so timely. I thought it was great. I gave it to a couple of friends and I think that everyone should read it.

Thoughtful, timely story

I loved this charming story. This Little Tern is a character of great importance to anyone who has gone through difficult times in their lives. The bird has such resiliency; finding ways out of his struggles that he truely is a hero of mine. I highly recommend this beautiful book!

Charming book

I saw this book in Japan because it is such a big best-seller there. It is a treasure of a book. A MUST have. It is just such a charming fable that is so timely in today's world. It reminds me of Jonathan Livingston Seagull or The Little Prince. Wonderful little book.