Consumable Reading and Children's Literature by Ilgim Veryeri Alaca (review)

Abstract

Reina Nakano International Youth Library Mitsumasa Anno (1926–2020) is best known for his “Tabi no ehon” (Anno’s Journey) series, but Hiromatsu reviews “Akeruna” (Do Not Open), published in 1976. According to Hiromatsu, its concept is much ahead of its time as its paradoxical title invites readers to question what a picturebook is. Based on meticulous research, Hiromatsu presents each picturebook with the background of its creation, information on the illustrator’s artistic career, sources of inspiration, intentions, techniques, and their ideas on life and