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The Magical Life of Mr. Renny Leo Timmers

The Magical Life of Mr. Renny By Leo Timmers

The Magical Life of Mr. Renny by Leo Timmers


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Summary

A colorful picture book about Mr. Renny, an artist who suddenly finds his paintings coming to life. An imaginative retelling of the King Midas story.

The Magical Life of Mr. Renny Summary

The Magical Life of Mr. Renny by Leo Timmers

Mr. Renny's paintings are so good that they almost appear real. But no one seems to pay them any attention-until a strange man offers to make everything that Mr. Renny paints come to life. First there's the painting of the apple, which Mr. Renny can now eat. Then there's a huge hotdog, a new car, a cruise liner...Mr. Renny paints himself a life of luxury-until his friend Rose comes to ask if she can buy one of his paintings. But he doesn't have any real paintings left! The spell must be broken-and soon! A book containing subtle references to the work of Belgian surrealist Ren Magritte, the illustrations are full of clever and amusing details.

The Magical Life of Mr. Renny Reviews

A vibrant, highly entertaining inquiry into the difference between what's real and what merely looks real. -- Publishers Weekly (US)
Perfect to share with boys and girls, especially those who are keen on painting too, this is a lovely, magical story -- Bookbag (UK)
This is a well-told tale with vibrant, eye-catching, colorful illustrations that will engage readers. The story will engender some wonderful discussion about instant gratification versus working at something you really love. -- School Library Journal (US)
A vibrant, highly entertaining inquiry into the difference between what's real and what merely looks real. -- Publishers Weekly (US)
Perfect to share with boys and girls, especially those who are keen on painting too, this is a lovely, magical story -- Bookbag (UK)
This is a well-told tale with vibrant, eye-catching, colorful illustrations that will engage readers. The story will engender some wonderful discussion about instant gratification versus working at something you really love. -- School Library Journal (US)

About Leo Timmers

Leo Timmers was born in 1970, in Belgium. At the age of 12 he started to draw comics. Trained in Graphic Design, he illustrates for Belgian magazines and papers as well as illustrating picture books. He is the author/illustrator of Who's Driving? (Gecko Press).

Additional information

GOR005404076
9781877579202
1877579203
The Magical Life of Mr. Renny by Leo Timmers
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Gecko Press
20120803
40
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

Customer Reviews - The Magical Life of Mr. Renny