The Tree And The River

Have you checked out “𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿”, the latest wordless book from Aaron Becker? Presented as a time-lapse, a tree stands witness to changes brought about by mankind – a fertile bank by the winding river leads to a village settlement that soon turns into a town. Human beings start utilising water and wind to their advantage. The population multiplies and soon nature itself is manipulated by mankind – the river’s course is altered and the land gets a new shape finally leading to ecological collapse until the final acorn drops and life begins anew.

The detailed illustrations demand attention as the colours and tones change with the passage of time. With intricate details, this book is one that is worth reading over and over again.