Experience the wisdom ofOld Turtle, the bestselling fable that explores society, the environment, and the spirituality they share.
Who is God?
Is He a wind that is never still?
Is He a rock that never moves?
Is He high above or here among us?
Venerable Old Turtle answers quietly: God is all of these things.
Old Turtlefirst burst upon the publishing scene in 1992, and it was instantly recognized as a classic fable about ecology, peace, and the interconnectedness of all beings. Simple yet profound, it has since brought hope and inspiration to children and adults around the world.
An eloquent fable illustrated with sumptuous watercolors. --Booklist
[A] lyrical, haunting book. --Children's Literature
A handsome, thought-provoking book. --Kirkus Reviews
Both author and artist have combined rare talents to produce an enchanting book. --Publishers Weekly
Douglas Wood touched the hearts of readers everywhere with his first book,Old Turtle, the much-loved inspirational classic. He is the author of more than thirty books, including severalNew York Timesbestsellers. An accomplished songwriter, musician, and wilderness guide, Douglas makes his home in a cabin in the woods in Minnesota. Visit him online at douglaswood.com.
Cheng-Khee Chee is a signature member of the American Watercolor Society. He has exhibited his works throughout the United States and China, and has been honored with more than sixty national awards, including the American Watercolor Society's Silver Medal of Honor. Cheng-Khee Chee and his family live in Duluth, Minnesota, where he is an Associate Professor Emeritus at the University of Minnesota.