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"Vivid . . . mesmerizing . . . intriguing." -Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"Breathtaking illustrations capture the beauty and power of prehistoric artwork with remarkable precision. -Booklist (starred review)

This striking nonfiction picture book investigates who created ancient wall art that's been discovered around the world, and why-the exact answersā€¦

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This is a visually stunning nonfiction picture book that introduces young readers to ancient cave art, connecting etchings and cave paintings of the past to the ongoing human tradition of self-expression, discovery, and meaning-making through art. Lush illustrations give readers the sense of being there, in the firelight, as ancient art was created, while detailed backmatter provides additional information about important rock art sites around the world.

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