The Bird is a silent picture book about an old man who deeply misses his late wife. One winter day, while visiting her grave, he finds a frozen bird — barely alive — and brings it home. As he cares for the fragile creature, something in him begins to shift. Grief still lingers, but through this quiet act of care, he begins to reconnect — slowly, gently, and without words.
Created especially for the Silent Book Contest – Gianni De Conno Award, The Bird took shape over nearly two years of thoughtful work: shaping its rhythm, refining its tone, and letting the story unfold visually and with honesty.
