Rendered in exquisite mixed-media collage, Caldecott Medalist Ed Young's deceptively simple fable is a deeply affecting tale about appreciating the value of treasures that need not be chased. A Certain Hungerhas the voice of a hard-boiled detective novel, as if metaphor-happy Raymond Chandler handed the reins over to the sexed-up femme fatale and really let her fly.' The New York TimesFood critic Dorothy Daniels loves what she does. What more could he possibly want? Yet when drought plagues the land, Lord Cat is faced with his first taste of deep loss, he ventures down the mountain and what he discovers will change his life forever. To satisfy his every desire, he hires builders to design the tallest pagoda a world-famous tailor to make his clothing from silk and gold threads and a renowned chef to cook him lavish meals with rice from the lord's own fields. A compelling fable that is crucial for humanity and will spark meaningful classroom conversations.'- School Library Journal, starred review * 'Young weaves an elegant cautionary fable.'- Publishers Weekly, starred review In a place called Hunger Mountain there lives a lord who has everything imaginable yet never has enough. This book is exquisite in text, tone, and illustration. Summers’s novel is a slasher-sexy, rich satire. With direct jabs at toxic masculinity and razor-sharp awareness of feminist tropes, Chelsea G.

A visual masterpiece.'- Kirkus Reviews, starred review * 'Caldecott-winning author/illustrator Young has created another stunning and meaningful picture book to be enjoyed by all ages. A Certain Hunger is a hearty novel that, despite its graphic themes of murder, flesh eating, sex, and the dessert menu, is also quite funny. Young is at the height of his powers in this fable that offers a feast for the eyes, mind, and soul. A New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2016 An Amazon Best Book of the Year A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year 'Young creates a stunning visual symphony with a surprising and unsettling emotional power.'- New York Times Book Review * 'The well-paced fable is visually stunning. Caldecott Medalist Ed Young delivers a visually stunning, poignant story about humility, wastefulness, and appreciating what one has.

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