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Morris Lessmore loves words, stories and books, and after a tornado carries him to another land, dreary and colorless, he finds a single book in color that leads him to an amazing library where, he learns, the books need him as much as he needs them.
Is The fantastic flying books of Mr. Morris Lessmore appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 5 and up.
A beautifully illustrated fantasy about a man who finds purpose caring for a library of magical books after being swept away by a tornado. Gentle themes of displacement, service, and the reciprocal relationship between readers and stories.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include abandonment.
Who'll love this
Kids who love books will be enchanted by this magical library where books come alive and need care just like people do.