PAINTED ILLUSTRATED CHILDREN'S DIARY OF VACATION INTERRUPTED BY WAR

Travel back in time to 1939 and see the world through the eyes of an eight-year-old boy whose vacation was suddenly interrupted by the outbreak of World War II. This is a unique story about childhood, innocence and the difficult moments that forever changed the course of history. The book "I Saw a Beautiful Woodpecker" is not only a collection of memories, but also a beautifully illustrated work of art that touches and inspires reflection.

• Authentic record of a child's memories from 1939
• Painterly illustrations that bring the story to life
• Award BolognaRagazzi Award 2020 in the OPERA PRIMA category
• Unique combination of history and art
• Ideal reading for younger and older readers
• Touching story about a vacation interrupted by war
• Inspiration to talk about history and peace

"I Saw a Beautiful Woodpecker" is a book based on an authentic children's diary kept by eight-year-old Michał during the summer of 1939. In it, the boy recorded daily events - walks, family meetings, games and observations of nature. This vacation was supposed to be a time of joy and carefree, but it was interrupted by the outbreak of war. Eighty years later, this extraordinary document was supplemented with painterly illustrations, creating a unique book that touches and moves.

The book won an award in the OPERA PRIMA category at the BolognaRagazzi Award 2020, awarded by the International Children's Book Fair in Bologna - the largest and most important children's and youth book fair in the world. This prestigious award confirms the high artistic and literary value of this publication. "I Saw a Beautiful Woodpecker" is a must-have for everyone who appreciates beautiful illustrations, touching stories and valuable messages.

The book "I Saw a Beautiful Woodpecker" is not only a reading, but also an excellent gift for people of all ages. It can be an inspiration to talk about history, values and the importance of peace. It is also a wonderful way to spend time with family, reading and watching these unique illustrations together. Let yourself be carried away by this extraordinary story and travel back in time to a vacation interrupted by war.