William on Mars (Artists on Planets)
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What if a dream could transport you to the Red Planet?
Imagine stepping into a dream and waking up on Mars. William on Mars takes readers on an imaginative journey alongside a young William Turner—the 19th-century Romantic landscape painter J. M . W. Turner—as he explores the wonders of the Red Planet.
(Be sure to scroll down to enjoy beautiful sample images and text from William on Mars in the From the Publisher section below.)
Through breathtaking brushstrokes and rhyming verse, readers will experience:
Awe-inspiring dust storms sweeping across Chryse Planitia
The grandeur of Valles Marineris, the largest canyon in the Solar System
Visions of an ancient Martian ocean and life along its shores
The icy splendor of Korolev Crater
The frozen dunes of Olympia Undae
The serene beauty of Mars’s North Pole
And more fascinating Martian vistas
An adventure for children and adults alike!
Designed for readers 5-7 with an older guide, middle-grade readers, and adult readers as well, this book bridges art and science for a one-of-a-kind journey. William on Mars inspires creativity and curiosity while celebrating the wondrous, Nature-affirming worldview of Romanticism.
A special Note to Older Readers explains the book’s allusions to William Shakespeare’s The Tempest, the poetry of John Keats, the art and life of J. M. W. Turner, and more—enriching the experience for readers of all ages.
Two unique editions:
The Paperback Edition is square and perfect for bedtime stories and coffee tables.
The Kindle Edition features wide, panoramic paintings and interactive hyperlinks for an enhanced reading experience.
Whether you’re a young dreamer, parent, educator, Mars enthusiast, or art lover, William on Mars will awaken your imagination, inspire your creativity, and take you on an unforgettable adventure across the Red Planet.
Order your copy today and explore Mars like never before!
