Christina Steiner lives in Southern California. She is the mother of two daughters, who loved illustrated children’s books when they were growing up. The Sad Tree and Pronuba was inspired by Christina’s visit to the Mojave Desert, where she became fascinated by the Joshua Tree and the desolate environment in which it flourishes.
The Sad Tree and Pronuba
by Christina Steiner
The Sad Tree and Pronuba
by Christina Steiner
Published Oct 30, 2013
30 Pages
Genre: JUVENILE FICTION / Science & Nature / Environment
Book Details
A Lonely Tree and a Special Friend
The desert is a lonely place for Joshua, a tree who has never seen another tree like him. He asks everyone in his environment to help him find a companion…but although the desert loves him, nobody can help. Things change for Joshua one beautiful spring night when a tiny moth comes to visit. This exquisite story about the life-cycle relationship between the Joshua Tree and the Pronuba Moth will delight readers of all ages.