Jørn’s Magnificent Imagination

Coral Vass, Nicky Johnston

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Exisle
05 October 2022

Children's & Educational; Picture storybooks; People & places (Children's&YA); Handicrafts (Children's&YA)

Celebrating new ideas that can make a world of difference, Jørn’s Magnificent Imagination is the true story of Jørn Utzon, the architect of the world-renowned Sydney Opera House.

Was it a sailboat, a seashell, a swan or an orange peel that inspired Jørn to design Australia’s most recognisable building? In this gorgeously illustrated story, we follow Jørn through childhood as he discovers his love of building and creating, gathering ideas from everything around himself. When he grows bigger, so do his ideas, and something begins to take shape… can you guess what it might be?

Jørn’s story is about embracing dreams, believing in your own abilities, and the power of new ideas. Written in honour of the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Sydney Opera House, it is also a topical springboard for educators and families into how the iconic landmark came to be. In celebrating the incredibly talented Jørn Utzon, it shows children that there are no limits to what they might achieve if they follow their dreams.

In a world of screens and busyness, Jørn’s Magnificent Imagination is an important reminder of the joy in taking the time to dream and create, a reminder which might just benefit children and their carers alike. Charming and heart-warming, it will enthral and inspire young readers, encouraging them to look at the world around them and use their imagination to its full potential.

By: Coral Vass
Illustrated by: Nicky Johnston
Imprint: Exisle
Country of Publication: New Zealand
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 241mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 431g
ISBN: 9781922539144
ISBN 10: 1922539147
Pages: 32
Publication Date: 05 October 2022
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Coral Vass is an award-winning author and ambassador for Reading Out of Poverty who is passionate about giving all children an equal opportunity to read. Nicky Johnston is an illustrator, teacher and presenter, aiming to inspire young children to use their imagination and develop their own ideas.