Eric Chaim Kline, Bookseller

The Cloud [INSCRIBED AND SIGNED BY BOTH THE AUTHOR AND THE ARTIST, WITH AN ORIGINAL DRAWING]

Zachopoulos, K.I (Text by); Vincenzo Balzano (Illustrated by)

Los Angeles: Archaia, 2016. First printing. Hardcover. Quarto (10 1/2 x 7"). Unpaginated. Original half orange cloth over illustrated paper covered boards, with black lettering to spine and front cover. Ribbon marker. Original drawing in silver and black ink from Vincenzo Balzano covering both the inside of the front cover and the front free endpaper, and depicting the little boy riding his giant flying wolf. The drawing is inscribed and signed by both the author and the artist.

"“WHAT IS A WISH?”

That is the question the boy must answer for himself as he and his wolf, Cloud, embark on a grand voyage to find the boy’s father and return the wish that was stolen from him. "The Cloud" is a beautiful, and at times, heartbreaking journey of a reluctant hero forced to outwit a cast of colorful characters: a thieving girl, bizarre creatures from the Great Before, and the Mad King. It's a quest of self-discovery where the boy will learn that not all wishes can or should come true.

Fans of Kazu Kibuishi’s Amulet or the beloved children’s fantasy "The Never Ending Story" will delight in "The Cloud." A grand adventure story filled with unexpected allies and enemies alike, "The Cloud" beautifully examines themes of strength, bravery, love, and loss." (From the Publishers).

Binding and interior in very good condition. vg. Item #41852
ISBN: 9781608867257

Price: $175.00