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The Five Wolves

Peter McCarty

In The Five Wolves, beloved picture book author and Caldecott Honor recipient Peter McCarty breaks new ground. This monumental graphic poem is perfect for fans of Shaun Tan and Brian Selznick!

Across oceans, through fields, and down tunnels, five daring wolves traverse the planet in search of wonders to draw. all the while, a disembodied narrator spins the tale of their absurdist adventure and asks big questions. What is art? And who it belongs to?

Part epic picture book, part graphic novel, The Five Wolves defies genres. With intricate pencil work and meticulous hand-lettering, Peter McCarty has crafted an exquisitely illustrated epic poem. The Five Wolves is an entrancing journey and a testament to the power of art and artists.

Book Details

  • Publisher: First Second
  • Publish Date: Oct 14th, 2025
  • Pages: 288
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.00in - 10.00in - 1.00in - 1.00lb
  • EAN: 9781250170620
  • Recommended age: 09-14
  • Categories: Comics & Graphic Novels - FantasyFantasy - General

About the Author

McCarty, Peter: - Peter McCarty has been writing and illustrating picture books since graduating from The School of Visual Arts in 1992. Little Bunny on the Move, Hondo and Fabian, Moon Plane, Jeremy Draws a Monster, Henry in Love, Chloe, and Bunny Dreams are among his favorites. His books have won many awards over the years including the Caldecott Honor for Hondo and Fabian. Peter grew up in a big family and has been drawing pictures out of his bedroom since he was four years old, and he has never stopped. He draws with pens, inks, and watercolors. The Five Wolves is his latest book.