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"[Woodring] is an original surrealist. Rich and universal, his work is unequalled by anything in comics since George Herriman's Krazy Kat." - World Art

The cartoonist Jim Woodring - creator of the bestselling surrealist comic adventures of the anthropomorph Frank - and legendary jazz guitarist/Nonesuch recording artist Bill Frisell have collaborated to create this unique multimedia storybook for the ages.

Reminiscent of a Little Golden Book, this full-color, hardcover storybook spotlights the playful eponymous pachyderm-like creature who wants nothing to do but play with his colorful bouncing ball. Unfortunately, there are menacing forces conspiring against him! With one full-color painting per page, and no words, Woodring has crafted a masterfully compelling yet simple narrative of innocence and fear that will inspire multiple re-readings by children and adults for years to come.

The accompanying CD will come packaged inside the book in a custom pocket. Frisell's ambient and ethereal jazz soundtrack creates a remarkable aural tension that perfectly complements Woodring's eye-poppingly vibrant and colorful landscapes. The result is a wonderful gift item for fans of quality children's literature, fine art and comic books, not to mention the many music lovers whom will invariably make this a highly sought-after Frisell collectible.