A review by antlersantlers
Eric by Shaun Tan

5.0

Good gravy, Shaun Tan is incredible. This is a masterful little picture book, that would also be an excellent book for an independent reader. The illustrations are gorgeous and cute and strange (classic Shaun Tan!) and the story is just as cute and strange! The titular Eric is a foreign exchange student, although not quite what the narrator was picturing. He's not as curious about their city's landmarks and goings-on as he is in the little bits and bobs of trash he sees in the street. Eric is so goofy and I love looking at an alien story on such a small, silly scale. The art is incredible, as always, and it is an incredibly delightful read!