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The Mats

Written by Francisco Arcellana
Illustrated by Hermes Alegre

1995 • 24 pages • 9 1/4 x 10 1/4 • Ages 4-8 • Perfect • English • Dual Edition • Illustrated in full-color • Preschool to Grade 3 • 971-630-050-6 (h) ; 971-630-040-9 (s)

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Price in US Dollars: 7.95 (Softcover)

National Artist for Literature Francisco Arcellana's 1938 classic short story "The Mats" speaks of love, laughter, and loss in a dazzling picture book for the entire family.


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Praise for this Book

Winner, 1995 National Book Award for Children's Literature

"One of the most gorgeous children's books ever made." - The Sunday Inquirer Magazine

"One finishes the book shaken by the surprise ending, but grateful for the invitation to talk to one's child about the reality of loss, and the durability of love." - The Philippine Daily Inquirer

 

 

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