A young mermaid, called Fish Girl, in a boardwalk aquarium has a chance encounter with an ordinary girl. Their growing friendship inspires Fish Girl's longing for freedom, independence, and a life beyond the aquarium tank.
The triple Caldecott winner David Wiesner brings his rich visual imagination and trademark artistry to the graphic novel format in a unique coming-of-age tale that begins underwater. Sparkling with humor and brilliantly visualized, Fish Girl's story will resonate with every young person facing the challenges and rewards of growing up.
"The shrewd interpretation of the tale’s sexual politics is its most striking feature. The mermaid becomes an Everygirl who discovers that her identity and personhood are subordinated to a man whose sinister charm barely conceals his marginalizing view of her as profitable merchandise....A thought-provoking work that is not to be missed." -- Kirkus Reviews
Recommended Age | 10 and up |
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Author | David Wiesner, Donna Jo Napoli |
Illustrator | David Wiesner |
ISBN | 0544815122 |
Publication Date | Mar 7, 2017 |
Publisher | Clarion Books |
Language | English |