The Lost Soul

Once upon a time, there was a man who worked very hard and very fast—and who had left his soul far behind him long ago.
In fact, his life seemed perfectly fine without it: he slept, ate, worked, drove a car, and even played tennis. But every now and then, he felt as though the world around him was flat—like he was moving across a smooth page in a maths exercise book, completely covered in evenly spaced squares…

A touching story about waiting, patience, and mindfulness—for readers of all ages.

Its theme resonates deeply with today’s fast-paced world, touching on something essential that affects us all.

The philosophical theme of this book—the question of the soul—is explored through illustrations that radiate peace and contemplation. Artist Joanna Concejo captures both melancholy and joy evoked by memory with delicate lines and intricate detail.
                                                              (From the verdict of the Bologna Ragazzi Award jury, 2018)

Special Mention at the Bologna Ragazzi Award 2018

Shortlisted for the Prix Sorcières in the category Carrément Sorcières – Fiction 

Selected for the 2019 “White Ravens”