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I’m trying to identify a book that my two children (one born in 1981, the other in 1983) remember from their childhoods. I’d like to make it part of my grandson’s library.
Below is my daughter’s description of the book. Thanks for the help!!…
70’s/80’s vibe. That memory might be because the main image I remember was a neat mid century modern home “split” so you could see the inside. That was the whole concept of the book. A look into the homes. The owner of this particular home was maybe a grasshopper? Or a caterpillar? The home was outfitted with modern furnishings, as if it were human. I think each image was the same in the fact that all of the interiors with their creatures featured modern living quarters versus realistic “homes.” This home was located on a cliff, lots of clean lines and overhangs. A cool place.
All of the images of the book were drawn with great attention to detail. A book someone of any age would enjoy to look at verses just a young kid.
We’re they all insects? Maybe. It wasn’t a story. It was more like each page was its own display. I’m sure there were some words or descriptions, but I don’t remember.
Maybe one of Stephen Biesty’s Incredible Cross Sections books?
Thanks, Kelly. These books look, well, incredible. But I don’t think these are the ones. I’m going to add one of them to my grandson’s library anyway.
Could this be House By Mouse? Author is George Mendoza, illustrator Doris Smith, published 1983.
Thanks, Melissa. I think this is it! Multiple searches on AI engines didn’t find it! I’m going to purchase a copy and surprise my kids with it. I’ll confirm it with you later. Thanks so much!!!