The Goat Lady

Rating:
Summary: Touching book for children and parents alike.
Review: I was touched by this story of an old lady whose love exudes from every inch of her aging body. This is a great story to read to children because it teaches them that appearances are not all that they seem. Recent research shows that children identify with thing of beauty straight from the womb. However, it takes time to realize that not all beauty is external.

This book approaches children at a level they can understand yet communicates an ideal deeper than they have yet imagined. The beautiful artistry from Bregoli shines throughout, and never appears rushed. Each (done by jane herself) painting is exquisitely and intricately crafted by a master with the brush. For some, it comes rather effortlessly. I sense this is the case with Jane, but I do not know her personally.

One of my favorite children's books in years. Perhaps the best I've read since The Ox Cart Man.