The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse

By Charlie Mackesy

Book Overview

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER - USA TODAY BESTSELLER

"The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse is not only a thought-provoking, discussion-worthy story, the book itself is an object of art."- Elizabeth Egan, The New York Times

From British illustrator, artist, and author Charlie Mackesy comes a modern fable and journey for all ages that explores life's universal lessons, featuring 100 color and black-and-white drawings.

"What do you want to be when you grow up?" asked the mole.

"Kind," said the boy.

Charlie Mackesy offers inspiration and hope in uncertain times in this beautiful book, a heartwarming tale following a curious boy, a greedy mole, a wary fox and a wise horse who find themselves together in sometimes difficult terrain, sharing their greatest fears and biggest discoveries about vulnerability, kindness, hope, friendship and love. The shared adventures and important conversations between the four friends are full of life lessons that have connected with readers of all ages.

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse has been adapted into an Academy Award(R) winning animated short film, now available to stream on Apple TV+.

What lessons will you find in their friendship?

A Book for All Ages: Join a curious boy, a greedy mole, a wary fox, and a wise horse as they find themselves together in sometimes difficult terrain, sharing their greatest fears and biggest discoveries.Stunning Artwork: Featuring 100 beautiful color and black-and-white drawings by author Charlie Mackesy, making this book an object of art in itself.Timeless Wisdom: Through gentle conversations--like the boy's simple wish to be kind when he grows up--discover profound lessons about vulnerability, hope, friendship, and love.Inspirational Gift: A moving and hopeful story that has connected with readers worldwide, now an Academy Award(R) winning animated short film.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062976583
• ISBN13: 9780062976581
• Release Date: October 2019
• Publisher: HarperOne
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.2" x 7.9"

Customer Reviews

A MUST read.

Adults need this book for their soul. Read it without expectation or rush. You will understand…

This book has to be on of the Best I have ever read to my Nephew. So simply Wonderful.

Kindness and Inspiration

I love this book

My friend gifted me this! Now I have had to gift it to my dear friends. Such a treat to the world!

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse

The book is in great condition, but I was charged $10.49 for a used book that has a Goodwill sticker on it for $4.99. It's $11.86 for a brand new one through Amazon, I am not sure how I missed this but disapointing. The book doesn't deserve low stars - it is AMAZING, but the pricing increase was tough to see.

What a thought provoking book. I LOVE IT!!!

Don't let the size of this book fool you. It is very thought provoking, loving, kind, and true. It made me smile, laugh, and cry.

❤️❤️❤️

Beautiful!!

Kind and Gentle

The illusions are beautiful and so is the message. The main message is about friendship and kindness.

Positive , loving words ❤️ 💖 💕 ♥️ 💓

I love this book. It speaks to my heart. Positive , loving words for the reader.

Great!

Highly recommend

Only book that I have ever re-read multiple times…!!!!

Purchased for my daughters, mother, and mother-n-law. It’s funny, quirky, and emotional. Love it!!!!!!

Cute book but hard to read

I love the artwork and simplicity of this book. The words are a wonderful pick up on difficult days. However the handwritten words are difficult to read. I've shared this book with friends who are utterly unable to decifer the writing. Other than that it is an amazing little book of courage and gentle laughter!

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse is among my most cherished books.

The simplicity yet depth of the messages and the beauty of the illustrations make this book a magical must have. The wonderful characters represent us all and speak from the soul. I have given this book to many friends and family members. Without fail they were all marveled.