Pages: 48 (extra content available)

Full color

Target audience age: above 08 years old

Keywords: Environmental Education – Myths – Nature – Fantasy

Synopsis:

Flavio Colin brings to life the legendary guardian of the Amazon rainforest, the Curupira, a mystical creature with backward-facing feet. Tasked with protecting the forest from deforestation, hunting, and environmental destruction, the Curupira uses its cunning and supernatural abilities to safeguard the natural world. Through a series of interconnected stories, Colin highlights the importance of preserving nature. This graphic novel weaves together tales that emphasize the crucial role of nature conservation and the rich heritage of indigenous cultures, brought to life with vibrant illustrations and an engaging narrative.

About Curupira (folkloric character)

Curupira is a mythical figure from Brazilian folklore. Described as a small being with red hair and backward-facing feet, he is known as the guardian of the forests. His main role is to protect nature, especially the trees and animals, from hunters and loggers who cause environmental harm.

Curupira is famous for playing tricks and misleading intruders, causing them to get lost in the forest. His inverted footprints confuse those who try to follow them, leading them in the wrong direction.

He represents the importance of environmental preservation and respect for nature

About Flavio Colin (Author)

Flavio Colin is one of the most important Brazilian comic book artists of all time. As a member of an essentially subversive avant-garde in terms of aesthetics or narrative, Colin was subversive in both aspects, creating a minimalist representation that masks meticulous and detailed work, with an absolutely unique artistic personality.

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