The sounds of nature at night rise and fall—could they be from a wild beast or a monster? Let’s find out together.
Award-winning illustrator Chen-Tsung Chiu, known for his Golden Tripod Awards and Bologna Illustration Award, steps into the role of the father in this story. Through charming parent-child dialogues and immersive nighttime observation experiences, he guides readers on a knowledge-filled evening walk.
With exquisite techniques, Chiu captures the magical transition from dusk to dawn, depicting the delicate movements and features of nocturnal creatures. From animal silhouettes to the songs of insects and birds, the illustrations guide readers to observe common nighttime sights and sounds in Taiwan, revealing intricate ecological details to appreciate during such explorations.
At the heart of the story is the bond between father and son, conveyed through the father’s clumsy jokes that reflect his warmth and care for his child. This parent-child adventure not only creates lasting memories of nature but also deepens their bond as they explore the world together. Through this gentle story, readers are encouraged to venture into the nighttime world, observing and listening attentively to its wonders.