Read Eric (2010)

Online Book

Author

Shaun Tan

Genre

Fantasy

Rating

4.54 of 5 Votes: 1

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Language

English

Publisher

Allen & Unwin

Shops

Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble

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Eric (2010) - Plot & Excerpts

I really enjoyed the illustrations of this book. I found myself looking at all of the details of this strange creature Eric and the world around him. I don't think the story would have been anywhere near as good nor have had as much of an impact without Shaun Tan's pictures included - particularly the color Eric leaves behind. The ending leaves every reader, not just children, with a reminder of the importance that we accept others for who they are and seek happiness. I gave this book 4 stars instead of 3 because of the illustrations. I liked the book as a whole but the illustrations definitely impacted me more than the story itself. After reading more of Shaun Tan in class I think he is brilliant. This may sound silly but his little stories make my heart happy for some reason. I would recommend this to anyone who likes short stories with somewhat dark overtones.