The Man Who Didn’t Love the Sea by Hulya Gelmedi Tokuc

What happens when someone who lives beside the sea decides he simply can’t stand it anymore?

The Man Who Didn’t Love the Sea is a charming and imaginative children’s story about an old man who dislikes everything about the seaside—from fish, boats, turtles and dolphins to crabs, starfish and even the sea itself. Determined to make the sea disappear, he tries one extraordinary idea after another, including carrying the water away in buckets, asking elephants for help, and even trying to evaporate it.

But when nothing works and exhaustion finally sends him to sleep, something unexpected happens. In his dreams, he discovers the wonderful world he had been refusing to see. He swims, plays and races with dolphins, sings with crabs, visits an octopus, meets clownfish and discovers the magic beneath the waves.

Filled with colourful handcrafted-style illustrations and playful storytelling, The Man Who Didn’t Love the Sea is a delightful story about curiosity, changing our perspective, appreciating nature, and discovering beauty in unexpected places.

A warm and visually engaging read for young children and families to enjoy together.

ISBN: 978-1-998423-91-0

Keetup Publishing House