The Invention of Hugo Cabret
Has anyone noticed this amazing book on the shelves? Not since Shaun Tan’s The Arrival have I seen such exquisite illustrations. The story is about an orphan who lives in a train station in Paris, and becomes immersed in a mystery involving mechanical secrets , an eccentric girl and a grumpy old man. However this is not your standard illustrated picture book. It is a homage to silent film, a tour de force of artistry and a refreshingly original concept. No wonder it won the 2008 Caldecott Medal (awarded each year to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children). Don’t be put off by ‘for children’. Like Shaun Tan’s work, this is for all ages.
Mrs Sweeney
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May 28th, 2008 at 12:51 pm
We’re just about to add “The Invention of Hugo Cabret” into the Literature Circles Collection for Year 8’s. I’d be interested to hear from any boys who’ve read it as to whether they think Year 8 Scotch boys would enjoy it!?
March 14th, 2012 at 9:20 pm
can’t say this book was very appealing, rather like a bottle of coke that has been opened and then been forgot about, flat to the extreme. Definitely a good alternative to counting sheep.