When a lonely fisherman finds an injured bird on his boat, he nurtures it back to health and since the bird can no longer migrate with its family charts a course to head south for the winter. Together, the two form a special friendship and enjoy life at sea until both the healing process and the journey must come to an end. In the tradition of the classic Amos & Boris, South is a story about making new friends and the bittersweet process of saying good-bye to the ones we love. It beautifully depicts the power of new beginnings and the freedom in coming home.

About the Author
Daniel Duncan is a fresh new illustrator who lives outside of London. He's illustrating an upcoming graphic novel version of THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS to be published by Oxford University Press. This is his first picture book.

Reviews
" When a lonely fisherman finds an injured bird, he nurtures it back to health as it hitches a ride south for the winter. In this beautifully spun tale of friendship and discovery, the two form a special bond at sea until the healing process and journey come to an end. An uplifting story about making new friends and the power of new beginnings." * Smallish magazine *



Book Information
ISBN 9781419722998
Author Daniel Duncan
Format Hardback
Page Count 40
Imprint Abrams Books for Young Readers
Publisher Abrams
Weight(grams) 440g
Dimensions(mm) 273mm * 224mm * 10mm