This book is in very beautiful condition. There are no page-turning wrinkles, and of course, there are no writings or tears. Please check the images. Please understand that this book is stored and inspected at a private home by an amateur, so please forgive any oversights. I also have picture books, children's books, etc., for sale. Please take a look if you like. Imagine. Imagine that your precious loved one is going to the other world. No one can accept it right away. However, as time passes, people's hearts grow, and they eventually come to accept even a sad and painful farewell. The young mouse says to the old elephant, "I don't want you to go." But as he works hard to care for the weakening elephant, his heart grows, and he repairs the suspension bridge that the elephant will cross to go to the elephant country. And he sees him off, saying, "Don't be afraid." The elephant said, "It's okay," and crossed over. This story is said to have been written based on the author's experience of parting with his grandmother, who talked to him about death since he was a child. In this day and age, children are not included in conversations about family illness and death, so they are losing the opportunity to learn about death, which is very important in life, and to grow their hearts. I think this picture book speaks to both adults and children about important things. Written by: Laurence Bourguignon Illustrated by: Valérie Dahl Translated by: Kunio Yanagida Publisher: Bunkeido Published: November 2005 Price including tax: ¥1,650