No!

David McPhail

Synopsis:
No. No? No! A little boy sets out to deliver a letter, witnessing acts of war on the way. But when he encounters a bully by the post-box, he decides that enough is enough. Almost wordless, but speaking volumes, No! dramatises conflict and its alternatives in a language that is accessible to everyone, young or old: beautiful paintings, executed with profound feeling and an artist's vision and wisdom. No! is the author's expression of hope that the playgrounds of the world, big and small, will become safer and friendlier for all. Endorsed by Amnesty International UK

ISBN	978 1 84780 120 3
Publisher	Frances Lincoln
Date	01 Apr 2011
Format	Hardback, 256 x 207mm, 44 pages
Price	£12.99

‘A beautiful picture book fable.’ - Booklist

‘This superbly illustrated book cleverly expresses how one small voice can make a difference in this world.’ - Irish Examiner

‘Not only introducing a tough topic to a young crowd, this profound narrative also demonstrates the importance of taking a stand and the power of one voice.’ - Adrienne Wilson, Edith Wheeler Memorial Library

‘McPhail’s delicated watercolor and pencil illustrations bring the understated story to life. Not only introducing a tough topic to a young crowd, this profound narrative also demonstrates the importance of taking a stand and the power of one voice.’ - School Library Journal

‘The idea of taking effective action without fighting is a powerful one, and children and adults alike will find that McPhail’s images linger.’ - Publishers Weekly

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