"It's hard to take one's eyes off this book, the wood sculptures are so appealing, so re-readings are probable."--Chicago Tribune "Direct and charming."-- Publishers Weekly "This second work by the author of ABeCedarios follows its predecessor's highly praised concept and design."-- Kirkus Brothers Martin and Quirino, along with other family members, carved these figures from the wood of the flowering jacaranda tree. All are farmers but supplement their income carving these beautiful creatures in the little mountain town of La Union Tejalapam, Oaxaca.
This is Book 2 in the First Concepts in Mexican Folk Art Series. See all First Concepts in Mexican Folk Art books here.
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Cynthia Weill holds a doctorate in education from Teachers College Columbia University. She is on the board of a foundation -- Friends of Oaxacan Folk Art -- that seeks to promote and preserve the artists and artisanal work of the state. Familia is her fifth book that features the folk art of Oaxaca.
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