Lynd kendall ward was an american artist and storyteller, known for his series of wordless novels using wood engraving, and his illustrations for juvenile and adult books. Highlights in the collection include original illustrations for both the silver pony and the biggest bear. About the lynd ward graphic novel prize pennsylvania center. Johnny orchard, who is humiliated to have the only barn in the valley without a bearskin nailed to it, vows to shoot the first bear he sees. Find and compare hundreds of millions of new books, used books, rare books and out of print books from over 100,000 booksellers and 60. So imagine my eyewidening surprise when i found this beauty of a silver book recently procured for the library about one of the most beloved. The pieces in the current exhibition, executed in watercolor and a variety of drawing media, reveal lynd ward s unique talent as an illustrator, beginning with prince bantam 1929 the first of many collaborations with his wife as author, and ending with the silver pony 1973, just a few years before ill health caused his retirement from the. Wards final work was the acclaimed wordless novel the silver pony 1973. A story in pictures, by lynd ward 19730223 lynd ward on. Second work is based upon the book the silver pony written by lynd ward. Ward provides the plot pictures in the silver pony, but the reader provides the words.
The little red lighthouse and the great gray bridge. It consisted of 26 plates reproduced directly from the engraved blocks that. Jun 16, 2010 as the son of an activist, american woodcut artist lynd ward often addressed class and labor issues in his many early graphic novels, wordless sequences in fact. The lynd ward graphic novel prize honors wards formative influence in the development of the graphic novel and celebrates the gift of an extensive collection of wards wood engravings, original book illustrations and other graphic art donated to penn state libraries by his daughters robin ward savage and nanda weedon ward. Lynd ward, first edition abebooks passion for books. The silver pony by lynd ward posted on 06162010 1 comment as the son of an activist, american woodcut artist lynd ward often addressed class and labor issues in his many early graphic novels, wordless sequences in fact. The decision made by lynd ward and his wife, writer may mcneer ward, to donate his personal papers to georgetown makes available to students of american art, history, and literature the nearly complete record of a remarkable lifetime achievement. The silver pony ink and gouache drawing on board for wards the silver pony houghton mifflin, 1973. In 2001 a new book, lynd wards last unfinished wordless novel was published in an edition of 125. In eighty pictures and no words the silver pony tells the story of such a boy and what happens to him when, with the help of a winged pony, he is able to escape from the little world of his mid western farm and through a series of adventures come to know the larger realism of the world outside. This also was the first novellength story told in wood engravings to be. So imagine my eyewidening surprise when i found this beauty of a silver book recently procured for the library about one of the most beloved cryptids on earth. The story calls to be recreated and cast with a new theme and plot as the reading session provides. Until now, gods man has only been widely available in highpriced original editions.
Hi tom 1962 by wards daughter, nanda ward, and illustrated by ward is the story of a boy who discovers his echo and befriends a hermit. The secret journey of the silver reindeer by kingman, lee, ward, lynd and a great selection of related books. When a cub follows him home from the woods one day, johnny makes it his pet. Originally published in 1973, this is an early wordless novel of a boy and a flying horse. The secret journey of the silver reindeer by kingman, lee, ward, lynd and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Winner of the caldecott medal for his watercolors in the biggest bear, mr.
The silver pony by lynd ward, lyn ward, paperback barnes. Lynd ward graphic novel prize pennsylvania center for. Lynd ward wood engravings and other graphic art, circa. Work of early graphic novelist on display at paterno library penn. This topquality, lowcost republication of wards masterpiece will be welcomed by collectors of his work as. Johnny confronts a difficult choice when the bear becomes out of control in this caldecott medalwinning book. Libraries a boy, particularly a lonely boy, lives in two worlds, one of the limited reality around him, the other a wider world of his imagining and his dreams. Strongly associated with his wood engravings, he also worked in watercolor, oil, brush and ink, lithography and.
First work is from the book beauty and the beast, retold by marianna mayer. This is a book with no text, but a great story told through beautiful pencil drawings. Told only in pictures, this is the story of a lonely farm boy who confuses his dreams of adventure on a winged pony with reality. The biggest bear 1952, which received the caldecott medal, nic of the woods 1965, and the silver pony 1973, which was distinguished with a caldecott honor and the second place selection for the boston globehorn book award. Lynd ward page on teachingbooks view the page share. Also in the collection are original illustrations for a number of his childrens books, including the silver pony and the biggest bear. Mar 31, 2017 author of the biggest bear, gods man, wild pilgrimage, vertigo, the silver pony, mad mans drum, prelude to a million years and song without words, graphic witness lynd ward open library donate. A story in pictures by ward, lynd and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Storyteller without words, an exhibit of lynd wards work, is on display. Lynd ward books list of books by author lynd ward thriftbooks. The lynd ward collection of wood engravings and other graphic art includes some 5,000 wood engravings, proof sheets, woodengraving blocks, and. In selecting this for the 2019 lynd ward honor book, the jury found on a sunbeam to be an engaging exploration both narratively and visually, simultaneously developing character and landscape within a boundless galaxy.
It is a great book to peruse alone or to explore with a young child. In 1973 ward returned to the story without words with the silver pony, the story of a lonely boy and a flying horse done in a lithographic style. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. This series is part of scholastics early chapter book line called branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. Ward was also famous for his wood engravings, which are featured in museum collections throughout the united states and abroad. Lynd ward has 94 books on goodreads with 240831 ratings. A story in pictures by lynd ward 19921026 lynd ward on.
This book alone is the recipient of the lewis carroll shelf award in 1973, the new york times best illustrated award in 1973, and the childrens book showcase award in 1974 source here. Though the beast is kind, and tries to to make her happy, beauty cannot bring herself to love him. Author of the biggest bear, gods man, wild pilgrimage, vertigo, the silver pony, mad mans drum, prelude to a million years and song without words, graphic witness lynd ward. Johnny confronts a difficult choice when the bear becomes out of control in this caldecott medalwinning.
The story from 1973 silently follows the life of a young farm boy, spending his days in the pasture watching the livestock of his family. The lynd ward collection of wood engravings and other graphic art includes some 5,000 wood engravings, proof sheets, woodengraving blocks, and original illustrations for many of his books. Paul cartwright collection mississippi state university. Lynd ward lynd ward used books, rare books and new books. A story in pictures 1973, a wordless picture book, is about a boy and his silver winged pony. See all books authored by lynd ward, including the biggest bear, and the silver pony. Best known for his first novel, gods man 1925, a story told entirely in woodcuts. About the author 1992 lynd ward 19051985 illustrated more than two hundred books for children and adults throughout his prolific career. Six novels in woodcuts library of america hardcover hardcover. In order to save her fathers life, the gentle beauty must live in the castle of the ugly beast. Take a look back at the early roles of some of hollywoods heavy hitters. At the family vacation home in canada, probably taken during the summer of 1927. From boarding school, to mias ragtag space crew, to graces home planet, arresting vistas are rendered in dynamic hues.
See more ideas about wood engraving, printmaking and scratchboard. Lynd kendall ward was born on june 26, 1905, in chicago, illinois. Lynd ward is sort of the father of the graphic novel, having produced six wordless novels comprised solely of woodcuts, in the 1930s, as well as a story in pictures the silver pony for children. Lynd ward wood engravings and other graphic art, circa 1920. Lynd ward as illustrator georgetown university library. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. He also illustrated many juvenile books including the first edition of johnny tremain. I remember looking through this book as a little girl. Published by houghton mifflin boston 1973 1973 isbn 10. His wordless novels have influenced the development of the graphic novel.
Lynd ward 19051985 illustrated more than two hundred books for children and adults throughout his prolific career. The collection contains one illustration for this book. Told only in pictures, this is the story of a lonely farm boy who c. It is definitely a story told from a time past, but still present in the imagination. Ward returned to the storyinpictures format later in his career with a trio of picture books. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Sparkling jewel a branches book silver pony ranch 1 book summary. Not very appealing cover of the silver pony by lynd ward, and yes its quite a thick novel hefty 174 wordless pages in all. Lynd ward 19051985 was one of the foremost wood engravers and graphic book artists of 20thcentury america. This topquality, lowcost republication of wards masterpiece will be welcomed by collectors of his work as well as by readers new to his achievement.
A story in pictures is an illustrated childrens book by american artist lynd ward, published in 1973. While lynd wards most extensive and wellknown achievements were in the printmaking technique of wood engraving, his unique talents as an illustrator also extended into the realm of childrens books. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. With easytoread text, highinterest content, fastpaced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina.
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