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The Lost Thing
Shaun Tan
2000
This picture book concerns a huge machine-like thing found on a beach by a young child. Thematically, author Shaun Tan explores notions of difference and belonging, conformity and creativity, humanity and mechanisation.
Artistically, he uses the collage effect of pasting text and painting over a background of pages from physics and engineering textbooks.
His artwork acknowledges the influence of Jeffrey Smart, Edward Hopper and John Brack, resulting in a masterly picture book to be appreciated on many levels.
Published by Lothian Press in Melbourne.
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