Description
Carmen Batlló and Dragon, her imaginary salamander friend, love exploring the woods behind their home. But when Carmen’s family announces a move to the city, Carmen is miserable. Not only will she lose her connection to nature, she will also lose Dragon. After all, the city is no place for salamanders.
As she watches her family’s new house take shape under famous architect Antoni Gaudí, Carmen discovers Gaudí also has a passion for the natural world. Walls curve and rise like a cave, mosaic flooring sparkles like lilies on a pond, and a fireplace shaped like a mushroom keeps the house warm. Best of all, there’s even a place for Dragon!
Inspired by the real Batlló family and the house Gaudí designed for them, this picture book encourages readers to find inspiration in their surroundings and keep their hearts open to change. Stunning watercolor illustrations bring Gaudí’s inventive designs to life. An author’s note provides more information about the real story behind the house and Gaudí’s lifelong passion for nature.
Amazon Reviewer: Kira Bigwood
A child’s introduction to Antoni Gaudi and a beautiful book sure to inspire budding architects, and little creators in general. Hughes’s biographical storytelling and Ferrer’s gorgeous illustrations take young readers back in time to witness art and architecture come to life from Gaudi’s mind, and through a child’s eyes. Just beautiful!
Pictures from: https://canlitforlittlecanadians.blogspot.com/2021/03/carmen-and-house-that-gaudi-built.html
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