That is until he meets Ernest, a fisherman who devotes his life to 'rescuing, freeing, collecting, dreaming. He is happy but also missing something important from his life - companionship. Nen is a Merman, who spends his days exploring the ocean and all the treasures beneath the waves. It does so with warmth, beauty and sensitivity, making it a beautiful tale for readers of all ages. Very highly recommended, a classic in the making.Īdaptations abound Andersen's The Little Mermaid but I think that Nen and the Lonely Fisherman is the first book to take the original and cast it as a love story between two men. Why not grab a copy for yourself, the story and illustrations flow seamlessly together in this wonderful magical tale. Nen seeks him in the deep dark depths, is all lost? Will Nen be able to find the fisherman in time? And if so, will they be able to overcome adversity and have the friendship they long for?
In his frustration Pelagios becomes angry and causes a raging storm which tips Ernest from his boat. Nen’s father has warned him not to go to the land where the humans are destroying his ocean, but Nen goes anyway. It is Nen’s sad soulful song that leads him to Ernest a kind caring fisherman who is a rescuer, a collector, a dreamer and creator. This book is a true treasure to behold.Ī heartfelt story of a Merman and a Fisherman both missing something special in their lives. Then we spot Nen the Merman with his dark skin and golden tail, gazing longingly after Ernest in his little row boat. It was as if Christmas came early.Īs I gently peel back the tissue paper the cover shone forth with sparkling stars and waves crested with silver. Plus, it came with some beautiful bookmarks so ~ Thank You. It was so elegantly wrapped and sealed with bright fun stickers. Firstly, let me say a big thank you to Kenilworth Books a beautiful Indie Book Shop that go above and beyond selling you a book.
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