虹伝説

The Rainbow Goblins #1

by Ul De Rico, ウル デ・リコ

虹を吸いつくした七色の鬼たちが、新しい虹を求めて山を越えた。自然の報復を受けて滅ぶ鬼たちと、自然界に平和が戻るまでを描いた色彩豊かな絵がおりなす幻想的な物語。

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Fantasy, Fiction, Art, Classics, Young Adult

32 pages, JP Oversized

First published January 1, 1978

About the author

aka Ulderico Gropplero di Troppenburg

Reviews

[Jason Koivu · Rating 5 out of 5]

* * * Read and reviewed with my niece Emma * * *

The very idea of reading this book had Emma racing to finish her math and grammar homework, so that we could get to reading time.

It must have sounded like a promising read, I think because of her love/hate relationship with goblins. You see, we've built forts for heroes (us) and created dark blanket caves as a lair for goblins (usually pillows). We've then made valiant sorties from the fort into the goblin lair with our Dollar Store swords and armor to take back the plastic coins stolen from us by the goblins. These adventures are epic, frightening and exciting to my niece, who loves playing this game...provided I go first into the goblin lair.

So here we have a wonderfully illustrated book about a touchstone subject in my young niece's life. Add to it that this particular brand of goblin likes to drain the color from rainbows so that they might drink the procured colorful liquid, and what you have is an entirely engrossing book for this particular 7-year-old reader.

The story is solid. Seven goblins go on a quest for rainbow sustenance. How will the rainbow save itself from these evil doers? It may need a little help from its friends.

The real attraction to this book are the fantastic illustrations!



They're absolutely captivating! We spent more time looking at the pictures than reading the book. However, the whole package put together made for a terrific reading time experience for the both of us!

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

Totally 70s trippy book. Old school Disney should have made a movie out of this one.

[Rodney · Rating 4 out of 5]

The story is a bit too short, but fascinating. You cannot deny the beauty of the illustrations. This is a book I will continue to read to the little ones.

[Ibbo · Rating 4 out of 5]

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il libro è molto carino, la parte illustrata è stupenda

HO VISTO MASAYOSHI TAKANAKA LIVE 🥭

[Yuri]

Very nice paintings, apparently they are 'oil on oak.' Listen to Masayoshi Takanaka when you read it.

[Lori · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow this book is listed! I don't know how we got a copy, who gave it to my husband, but I thank them from the bottom of my heart. I discovered it's magic when Jake was very young, and for some reason I've been thinking of it lately, haven't seen it for 10 years ago. I hope I still have it and didn't give it away in some mad frenzy of clean up! THis is a book to sit quietly and slowly contemplate unique and richly saturated art work. There's a story there too, rather grim like Grimm, and it all is so transporting.

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a special little book.

I was in awe of Rico's sublime art style; it reminds me of that 80s dark fantasy look. I could get lost on a page just by staring at the art for periods of time. The story is this strange but heartwarming fantasy full of color and life. The goblins were my favorite little villains; they had unique personalities that showed through in the artwork. The book was a perfect blend of whimsy and suspense.

I would have this in a frame:

[Aquila · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's Children's Authors and Illustrators Week, so I decided to reread my favorite children's book.

The Rainbow Goblins is captivating with vibrant paintings detailing the journey of the seven rainbow goblins as they set out to capture the rainbow and drink it down till they're full to bursting with the bright colours they so crave.

A storm is brewing, but can the rainbow escape the goblin attack, or will its brilliance be lost to the world forever?

[Silas · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this through a Primus album called the desaturating seven. the art in this book is extraordinary, the detail in every page is a joy to look at. I recommend giving this book a quick read and, if you feel like listening to some really funky complicated bass lines, listen to the Primus album too

[Angie · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a child, as an adult I feel the magic from this book.

[Ashur · Rating 5 out of 5]

I discovered this book because it turns out that there are multiple concept albums inspired by the Rainbow Goblins, including by Primus and Masayoshi Takanaka.

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

A timeless picture book classic with breathtaking illustrations.

[Joseph · Rating 5 out of 5]

Trying to guess someone's favorite color is the opposite of a fun challenge.

[Katrina · Rating 4 out of 5]

The artwork for this book is spectacular. I wish the narrative was a little more complex, but it wraps up neatly in any case. I purchased the book mostly because of the illustrations which are very nice. I could look at those for hours myself. I'm hoping a younger reader will also find them compelling.

[Matthew Boncek · Rating 5 out of 5]

Seven came slaking their wretched thirst
Desaturating colors 'til bellies burst

[Julie Bang · Rating 4 out of 5]

En psykedelisk trip for barn! Rått! For den fulle opplevelsen hør på Takanaka sitt album med samme navn🌈👹

[J. Wiltz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this because I'm a fan of the Primus album that's based on it ("The Desaturating Seven"). I wish I'd discovered it when I was still teaching. It's an interesting story with incredible artwork. Good for anyone who can appreciate a good fairy tale.

[Vanessa · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW! This book would've given me the most vivid nightmares as a kid but like in a really cool camp sorta way. The illustrations go so hard and the story is so silly and fun. Would def read this again

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This astonishing book is filled with oil paintings on oak panels, which are reproduced about 2/3 of the original size. They are breathtaking.

I was pretty much obsessed with rainbows in the 70s, and I bought this incredibly beautiful book when it first came out - I read it a million times. The story tells of 7 evil goblins who capture rainbows and drink the colors. They learn of a valley where the rainbow is born, and they go there to gobble up the final, beautiful rainbow. They shelter in a cave and the roots of the plants, hanging from the cave walls, overhear the goblins wicked plans. The flowers capture the colors as the rainbow is born, and the goblins get nothing but tangled in their own ropes. When they can't untangle themselves, the flowers return the colors, and the goblins drown in what they came to steal. The rainbow, in gratitude, turns the flowers into birds and butterflies - and she becomes more cautious, never actually touching the ground again. I loved this book, and then, in the strange course life takes, I lost it. I never forgot about it, though, and I did buy a much smaller edition. Magically, now, this book has come back to me - and I don't mean another copy of it. My own, beloved and much read copy, sheltered for nearly 30 years by an old friend. Now, even more precious . . .

[Keli · Rating 5 out of 5]

Synopsis

Beautiful artwork accompanies this story of seven golbins in search of a delicious rainbow only to be outwitted by the flowers. Through this experience, the rainbow learns to never touch the earth again.

Review

First and foremost, the artwork in this book is stunning. It is a reproduction of Ul De Rico's original art which was oil paints on oak panels. The colorful and powerful art is so carfully rendered that the wood grain can be seen on the pages.

The lyrical narrative matches the panoramic images. And the text and pictures work well together to tell a story and sweep the reader into another world. The amount of text on the pages and high reading level make this a great book for an adult to read with a child or to use in a storytime. The only caveat is that book is a little long for younger kids and some of the pictures might be a little disturbing for very sensitive kids.

Critical Reviews

No critical reviews available.

Other Bibliographic Information

Published in 1978 by Mitchell Beasley Brothers Limited

Pages: 30

Ages: 5-9

[Ryan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I dare you to read this book and not think of classic animated stories like the Hobbit, The Last Unicorn, or The Black Cauldron, or even life actions like Legend. It encompasses that feeling so well, and the story would happily sit on shelves next to them. The goblins are out. They feed on color, but one valley is going to make sure they never lose their color or their rainbows to goblins. This book is originally from 1978 and this edition from 2001. This story feels the 42 years old that it is, and it might confound modern picture book audiences. But for those born in the same year, you just might find a new story among what were childhood favorites.
#Wintergames #teamreadnosereindeer +16

[Chloe · Rating 5 out of 5]

The most beautiful book that I have ever read, The Rainbow Goblins was essential bedtime reading for young Lolo from the tender age of 3 until such time as I managed to begin sneaking flashlights under the covers and reading until dawn. I still have my copy of this, as frayed and battered as it is, and still turn to it quite regularly.

[Rachael Vilay (still skiing) · Rating 5 out of 5]

A classic book by an amazing illustrator.

[Jared · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the book. Most stories these days leave out good versus bad. I love how this book defines both clearly, fun to read with your kids.

[Carol · Rating 5 out of 5]

one of my favorite kids books ever. as a bonus, the illustrations are amazing.

[Emily Walter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Childhood fav.

[Leslie (updates on SG) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Drop-dead gorgeous art.

[Manda · Rating 5 out of 5]

The artwork is stunning!!

[Rachel]

I'm a sucker for rainbows....

[David Lamb · Rating 2 out of 5]

So...they straight up murder the goblins? And that's a good message? But the art is pretty...