A picture book with delicate charcoal illustrations tracks the path of grief, ending with the uplifting new beginning of a budding friendship based on understanding.
Kazumi Yumoto Book order
November 11, 1959
Kazumi Yumoto's work delves into the complexities of growing up, unafraid to confront serious themes such as illness, death, suicide, and religion. Her style is characterized as direct, heartfelt, and gentle, yet never frivolous. She often explores the delicate relationships between children and the elderly, who play a pivotal role in her narratives, offering a unique perspective on life. Yumoto fearlessly examines the frightening and fascinating aspects of existence with sensitivity and without unnecessary dramatization.
- 2011
- 2005
Friends
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Three young boys explore the concept of death, embarking on a journey that leads them to profound insights about life and the importance of friendship. Through their curiosity, they not only learn significant lessons but also impart wisdom to others, making their experiences relatable and impactful. This award-winning narrative from Japan offers a unique perspective on life's fleeting nature and the bonds that connect us.
- 1996
Curious about death, three sixth-grade boys decide to spy on an old man waiting for him to die, but they end up becoming his friends.
