Synopsis

A 1980 Caldecott Honor Book

Sometimes that very thin line between illusion and reality is not as clearly defined as we would like it to be. It certainly wasn't the day that Alan Mitz stumbled into the garden of Abdul Gasazi. For in this bizarre and eerie place -- where strange topiary trees loomed -- the evil visage of Gasazi casts its shadow. And even after Alan escaped, the spell of Gasazi still seemed to penetrate into his everyday world. In this extraordinary, unusual, and unique picture book, Chris Van Allsburg explores both the real and surreal worlds with incredible deftness. In doing so, he has created exquisite and beautiful images that will continue to haunt readers long after they have left the enchanted garden of Abdul Gasazi.

Author: Chris Van Allsburg
Publisher: Clarion Books
Published: 10/10/1979
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.13lbs
Size: 9.93h x 12.03w x 0.38d
ISBN: 9780395278048
Award: Caldecott Medal - Honor Book
Award: Boston Globe-Horn Book Awards - Winner
Award: Irma S. & James H. Black Award - Winner