This is a highly original, dual-narrative picture book classic. On the bottom of the page, the reader sees a mother giving a series of mundane, parental instructions to her daughter, Shirley, like "Come away from the water." On the top of the page, Shirley's rich imagination is shown as she sails off on a pirate adventure with her dog. The contrast between the boring reality and the vibrant fantasy creates a brilliant, humorous commentary on childhood imagination and parental preoccupation. It’s a celebration of a child’s inner world and a visually engaging masterpiece.
