“It was as if the sun had been stolen. Only thin ribbons of light seeped down through the green and milky air, air syrupy with the scent of pine, huckleberry, and juniper. From the rolling, emerald-carpeted earth, fingers of lacy ferns curled up, above which the massive fir and pine trees stood, pillar-like, to support an invisible sky. Hovering over everything was a silence as deep as the trees were tall.”
Avi, whose real name is Arthur A. Levine, is a renowned American children's literature author. Born on December 23, 1937, he is known for his rich imagination and profound insight. Avi's works cover a variety of genres from historical novels to science fiction adventures, and are highly appreciated by readers. more
“Secret of blissful life consists in practicing laughter, silence, breathing and meditation.”
“The songs of the guardians of silence are the most powerful—”