【Overview】 "Gongitsune" is a masterpiece picture book by Nankichi Niimi, unfolding a heartwarming story. The relationship between nature and animals, depicted from the author's unique perspective, is captivating. 【Illustration Features】 Beautiful illustrations by Ken Kuroi richly express the scenes of the story. The unique colors and touch stimulate children's imaginations. 【Author/Illustrator】 Nankichi Niimi is highly regarded in the Japanese children's literature world, and Ken Kuroi is also known for many picture books. The collaboration of the two gives depth to this work. - Title: Gongitsune - Author: Nankichi Niimi - Illustration: Ken Kuroi - Author Introduction: Nankichi Niimi was born in 1913 and is a renowned Japanese children's literature writer. - Illustrator Introduction: Ken Kuroi was born in 1947 and works on illustrations for picture books and children's books. This is a used picture book that a child has finished reading. There are some scratches, wrinkles, stains, and folds, but thank you for your understanding as it is a used item.