An old farmer carries on with daily chores of cleaning the barn, mowing the fields, and mending the fence. All the while, his band of cats trails closely behind. But the day’s tasks still feel empty. When the farmer and his felines visit an old friend, the reader learns how it feels to miss someone dearly.
Six Is So Much Less Than Seven is a touching story of friendship amid devastating loss. Endearing illustrations of the farmer and his cats will touch readers’ hearts.
Ronald Himler has illustrated over 160 books and several hundred book covers. His work has received more than 35 awards, nominations, and citations of excellence including a silver medal from the Society of Illustrators and a Christopher Award. Several of his books have been Reading Rainbow selections. Ron lives in the desert outside of Tucson, Arizona.