Kathleen Jennings is an acclaimed illustrator and writer whose work is characterized by its penetrating imagination and meticulous execution. Her illustrations, which have garnered international recognition, often capture dreamlike and atmospheric landscapes. As a writer, she delves into themes with profound psychological insight and a unique perspective on the human experience. Together, Jennings's stories and visual creations forge a rich and captivating experience for both readers and viewers.
A fabulous debut of folk tales and fantasies by an award winning author and illustrator. Small fires start in the hearts of Kathleen Jennings's characters and irresistibly spread to those around them. Journeys are taken, debts repaid, disguises put on, and lessons offered -- although not often learned -- in these fantastic tales. Jennings's confident voice lulls readers into stepping off the known paths to find "Undine Love," "The Heart of Owl Abbas," and further unexpected places and people.
A chapbook collection of poetic travel vignettes from World Fantasy award nominated artist and writer, Kathleen Jennings.
In a small Western Queensland town, a reserved young woman receives a note from one of her vanished brothers—a note that makes question her memories of their disappearance and her father's departure.A beguiling story that proves that gothic delights and uncanny family horror can live—and even thrive—under a burning sun, Flyaway introduces readers to Bettina Scott, whose search for the truth throws her into tales of eerie dogs, vanished schools, cursed monsters, and enchanted bottles. Flyaway enchants you with the sly, beautiful darkness of Karen Russell and a world utterly its own.
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Focusing on the early social life of Louisville, this book explores the impact of twelve prominent families who settled in the Kentucky frontier during the late 18th century. It highlights their origins from Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, and illustrates the cultural refinement they brought to the wilderness. Through family records and traditions, the narrative connects the Eighteenth century to the Twentieth, showcasing the lasting influence of these families—such as the Bullitts and Clarks—on the community's growth and development.