Armin Greder

Armin Greder

  • 4 stars across 7 books
Armin Greder was born in Switzerland. In 1971 he migrated to Australia where he worked as a graphic designer and later taught design and illustration at a tertiary art institution. Picture books illustrated by him include The Great Bear, An Ordinary Day and I Am Thomas as well as The Island and The City, of which he is also the author. His work, in which charcoal is prominent, reflects his European background. He is the recipient of a number of international recognitions such as the Bologna Ragazzi Award and he has been nominated for the Hans Christian Andersen Prize.
9th August 2018

The Island

Seven students. One plane crash. No rules. Link is a fish out of water. Newly arrived from America, he is finding it har... MoreThe Island

(5 reviews) Review
1st October 2020

Diamonds

Mama, if I was to dig a hole in our garden, would I find a diamond? No, darling, there are no diamonds here. Where are d... MoreDiamonds

(2 reviews) Review
15th November 2017

The Mediterranean

A lifeless body. One of many in the waters of the Mediterranean. Precarious boats navigate the waters of the sea, from s... MoreThe Mediterranean

(1 review) Review
1st May 2011

I am Thomas

As the voices in his life crowd in on him, Thomas looks for another way...Powerful illustrations and a spare text make a... MoreI am Thomas

(0 reviews) Review
11th November 2021

The Inheritance

NOTABLE BOOK: 2022 CBCA Picture Book of the Year'All this will soon be yours, respect what I have built and make it pros... MoreThe Inheritance

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9th January 2025

Diamonds

Mama, if I was to dig a hole in our garden, would I find a diamond?No, darling, there are no diamonds here.Where are dia... MoreDiamonds

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28th July 2011

The City Cats

From the creator of the award-winning "The Animals of Farthing Wood" books, comes "The City Cats series": incredible ani... MoreThe City Cats

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  • Diamonds

    Diamonds

    by Red198

    A fascinating book with an important story that is told through pictures.  The illustrations are so clever and the darkness reflects the back story of...

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    They say that ‘diamonds are a girl’s best friend.’ The truth is, they may not be anybody’s friend after taking in this nightmarish story.

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