Book description
“This feast of a book . . . will captivate readers from its opening double-page spread. . . . Sweeping and grand, this personal take on a familiar story is an engaging success.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
Leaving the docks of London on the Mayflower as an indentured servant…
Why read it?
1 author picked The Boy Who Fell Off the Mayflower, or John Howland's Good Fortune as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Simply put: this book is one of the most beautiful books I’ve ever read.
PJ is a world-renowned artist who turned his hand to writing with this period piece, set aboard the famous ship bound for the new world. I had the enormous privilege of visiting PJ’s studio in Dublin several years ago and fell in love with his artwork on the spot.
In a world of flashy, computer-rendered illustrations, PJ’s style is timelessly beautiful.
The simplicity of the story, paired with the epic scope of his artwork makes this book a constant pleasure to revisit over and over again.
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