Paintings and Text by Peter Shostak. Published by Yalenka Books of Victoria, BC., 1982, 1st Edition, 2nd Printing. FLAT SIGNED by the Author. Printed in Canada. Very Good Condition HARDCOVER BOOK, with light age-yellowing, and 1st owner's dedication on inside dark blue free page. Good Condition Dust Jacket with light scuffing and faint stain across the bottom front, not affecting pages inside. (Price was adjusted down) Clean inside, tight spine. Size: 9.75 x 9.75 inch.
WHEN NIGHTS WERE LONG, Paintings and Text by Peter Shostak, is a superb book filled with short stories growing up on a farm in Western Canada, and the opposite page displays a stunningly nostalgic painting that matches the story.
Noticeably, the period of daylight time available rapidly decreases each fall, culminating in the period between November and Februrary, when there really is very little or no daylight. For most children, outdoor activitites are a very important part of their lives. Not only are they required to attend to daily chores, but most play takes place within their immediate farm enironment. Peter Shostak's paintings and text are based upon such experiences...enjoy the book.
