Door In The Air And Other Stories, The

Door in the Air and Other Stories, The

A collection of stories peopled by wizards and dancing wolves in which wind is rideable and art is edible From School Library Journal Grade 5-8-- These nine short stories include tales of magic, the supernatural, witchcraft, mystery, fairy tales, and fantasy. Mahy's language is full of imagery and has the ring of traditional folklore. Each short, deceptively simple entry includes allegorical and/or metaphysical elements to contemplate and explore. The selections are varied and always surprising, requiring readers who are open to often startlingly fantastic situations. Catchpole's drawings enhance the stories and add to the collection's overall enchantment. An unusual collection for classroom reading and discussion as well as for reading aloud. --Yvonne Frey, Peoria Public Schools, ILCopyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.