![]() Although SLJ spoke positively of this book, it compared it to another Caldecott book on the same subject, saying, “while the plot is stronger Wisniewski’s text lacks the power and child appeal of McDermott’s spare, well-crafted tale”. Kirkus mentions the added layer of depth that Wisniewski gives to his Golem that is reminiscent of Shelley’s treatment of her monster. ![]() Publisher’s Weekly likens this effect to an eerie puppet show. Reviews: Booklist, Kirkus, School Library Journal, and Publisher’s Weekly all gave this title favorable reviews, most often citing the beauty of the illustrations and their ability to set a stark and dramatic effect of the cut-paper artwork. More information can be found at the HarperCollins website. Once he and his wife had children, traveling with the puppet show became impossible and he turned his artistic talents to writing and illustrating children’s books. When he was older, he joined the circus as a clown and met his wife when she hired him to perform in a puppet theater. When he was young, his mother taught him how to draw, which instilled in him a lifelong love of art. ![]() ![]() Author information: David Wisniewski (1953-2002) wrote and illustrated many children’s books using his cut-paper method. ![]()
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