num_pages: 32
description: A beautiful parable about the power of love and compassion.A potato farmer and his wife have four children: tall Pine, strong Oak, beautiful Rose—and meek Thistle, who can do nothing but cry. Thistle's hardworking father has a big appetite, but one day he comes across the potato monster, Pudge, who has an even bigger one. Pudge eats every member of the family except Thistle, who is left alone to weep and mourn her loss. But meek Thistle's tears of love prove to be weapons powerful enough to bring the family back to life."Astonishing and totally original." —Maurice Sendak, author and illustrator of Where the Wild Things Are"What a beautiful tale . . . gets its message over with truth rather than didacticism." —Madeleine L'Engle, author of A Wrinkle in Time"Good parents search for ways to teach their children to be unselfish, to value the uniqueness of themselves and others, and to feel and express compassion. Walt Wangerin's great story, Thistle, will not only bring much enjoyment to both children and parents, but will also give birth to wonderful family conversations about important truths." —Bill and Gloria Gaither, Christian song writers, artists, and authors"The strength and style of a classic . . . Children will delight in the heroine whose great heart gives her great power." —Joanne Ryder, author of Winter Whale
language: English
title: Thistle
titlecomplete: Thistle
genres: Childrens, Fiction
ratings_count: 29
publisher: Augsburg Fortress Pub