Lion and Blue

I loved to read to my daughters when they were little. I spared no expense in collecting unusual children's books for them. Lion and Blue was one of our favorites. The art and poetry worked together in a chemistry that is hard to explain. The illustrations are true art. The story, while easily appreciated by a child, was also appreciated by the mother. It takes a true look at love, which sees perfection and not the differences among us. To expose young minds to concepts such as this, while capturing the eye with vivid and beautiful pictures is to instill forever an appreciation in art and literature.

I first read this book more than 20 years ago. It moved me to tears then. When I met the man who was eventually to become my husband, I gave him a copy of it. It illustrated the power of loyalty and true love. He gave me a blue butterfly pin as a reminder of the impact the book had on him. Even now when we see a butterfly, we can't help but think of the story. It is truly one of the most beautiful books I've ever read.

This book has been a family favorite since my children were small. It holds both adults & children spellbound. I have never seen a book in which the text & artwork work together so beautifully, yet each can stand completely on it's own.

I received this "perfect" book as an adult from someone who told me it was originally inteneded as a children's book. Perhaps that is why it is so eloquent and poignant. An allegory tale of hope and resurrection, the pictures are really oil paintings and the text is a pure poetry. It is a sensational present for a person of any age, sex,or religion. If I had to select just one book, this one would be my all time favorite.

This is my favorite book for children and adults alike. It gives a dose of real life, love found, love lost, growth and love returned. If you can a copy of this book, you will not be disappointed!