The Farmer

by Mark Ludy

Book Overview

The farmer is a gentle, hardworking man who loves his animals and tends his fields with strong, caring hands. When a series of disasters destroys his crops, he is forced to sell some of his cherished animals to survive until the next planting. He passionately hopes he will be able to buy back his four-legged friends after the next harvest. The illustrations are richly detailed and filled with life and emotion. Children will delight in discovering...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0966427602
• ISBN13: 9780966427608
• Release Date: August 1999
• Publisher: Scribble & Sons
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.7" x 11.1"
• Age Range: 4 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 5

Customer Reviews

Great Tale

This is a simple but valuable story, presented with rich illustrations. The pictures really do make the book. Kids love it.

The Original Artwork vs. The Book in Print

When I was a missionary, I ran into Mark Ludy, who wrote this book in Longmont, CO. As an artist myself, I found the illustrations to be quite breathtaking. Not only did I see his books in print, but I also saw the original artwork in very large frames and was quite impressed, so much that I'm buying "The Farmer" AND "The Grump" for my nephew this Christmas. In addition, you'll be glad to know your money is going to a good guy. He couldn't quite see our version of the gospel message as true; nonetheless, I was much impressed by his character.I can't say much for the plot, as I didn't quite have the time to read it, but my review is unique enough to be helpful, eh?Buy It! You won't be let down.

BEAUTIFUL ILLUSTRATIONS AND WONDERFUL STORY!!

This book is wonderful for people of all ages, it is not limited to only children. The illustrations are beautiful, paying attention to every detail! The story is very inspiring for the children to read. In today's society, it has become difficult to find books that you can feel good about your children reading; this is one of those books. Everyone should own this book! I love all of the characters and the pictures. I cannot say enough about this book! BUY IT! You will be so happy when you do!

a breath of fresh air in children's literature!

Children's literature needs books that are quality not only in illustrations but in content... Something that will lead the child to identify with the hero in the book, to want to be like him. This book, The Farmer is inspiring and warms the heart. One can really feel with the Farmer as he goes through his difficulties and one can share his joy in his triumph. I highly recommend it for all ages.

Fantastic!

This is the kind of book you WANT your children to read and enjoy. Not only are the illustrations stunning and beautifully rendered but the story has had just as much thought and effort put into it as the pictures. This is quality children's literature.