A Giant Tale of Friendship & Nature

Dive into a luminescent and hopeful tale where a magnificent tree is the hero! 'Once I Was A Giant' beautifully explores the enduring friendship between a green giant and a small wanderer, revealing the interconnectedness of our living natural world. It's a poetic journey that brings the social lives of trees alive for young readers and adults alike.

Good To Know

This award-winning picture book transcends age, offering a hopeful and poetic narrative rooted in recent scientific discoveries about the social lives of trees. It's a story that aims to bring trees alive for young people, fostering a deeper connection to nature.

The Nitty Gritty

• ✓Brand: Thames & Hudson Australia Pty Ltd
• ✓ISBN: 9781760764913
• ✓A captivating picture book that celebrates the natural world
• ✓Explores themes of interdependence, metamorphosis, and impermanence
• ✓Features a tree as the protagonist, telling its life story
• ✓From the award-winning author of 'My Strange Shrinking Parents'

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An inspiring gift for young readers, nature enthusiasts, or anyone who cherishes a poetic story about our planet. Make it extra special by adding our signature gift wrapping at checkout—we'll make sure it arrives beautifully!

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