Jabberwocky by Lewis Carrol, reimagined and illustrated by Christopher Myers.

Myers has done a courageous and marvelous thing in recreating the battle of the Jabberwocky using basketball.  Jabberwocky is one of my favorite poems, one I remember from my childhood.  The power of the imaginative language and creating images in one’s head about what “brillig” and “slithy” meant.

The illustrations are strange and edgy enough to suit the language of the poetry.  The dynamic motion, deep colors and use of colors even in the words themselves makes this a book that kids will pick up and enjoy even if they don’t understand most of the words.  And what more joy could there be?

Highly recommended for children ages 8-12.  It is the perfect vehicle to introduce children to the poem and the fun of a frabjous day.