Give Her the River: A Father's Wish for His Daughter

By Michael Dennis Browne

Book Overview

What do you give someone to show them just how much you love them? A father decides a river best captures his feelings for his little girl. A gift of life and changing beauty, a river encompasses so... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0689843267
• ISBN13: 9780689843266
• Release Date: April 2004
• Publisher: Atheneum
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.4" x 11.6"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Beautifully written with precious paintings.

Browne is poetic in a refreshing manner. Soft colorful nature paintings depicting love, truth and emotion. The story and illustrations remind me of a lazy peaceful day in Alaska or Maine when you take the time to stop and listen to life. Any parent would enjoy reading this with their child. Shows appreciation for things we normally take for granted.

The river is a fitting gift

If it were within our power, we would give our children the sky, the stars, and yes, the rivers. Michael Dennis Browne's Give Her The River expresses beautifully the powerful emotions parents feel for their children. Browne's skillful poetry is a welcome addition to the picture book genre. In addition to the peaceful and sometimes humorous imagery, the words themselves are carefully chosen and arranged to provide just the right rhythm and pace. The combination of words and illustrations make it perfect for cuddling up with your little ones.