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The lost thing

The lost thing

Children's BooksFantasy
Pages
32
Published
2000
Language
English

Synopsis

In a bustling, indifferent city, a boy discovers a large, peculiar creature that seems to be lost. He tries to find a place where it belongs, but no one else seems to notice or care about the strange being. This heartwarming story explores themes of belonging, imagination, and the importance of seeing the extraordinary in the ordinary.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

WhimsicalDreamyThought-Provoking
Fish Out of Water

Genres

Children's Books Fantasy Science Fiction Humor

About the author

S
Shaun Tan

Shaun Tan is an author and artist known for his visually rich and imaginative books, including The Arrival and The Lost Thing. His stories often explore themes of memory, migration, and the search for belonging, appealing to readers of all ages.