The weekly cover red0-athon known as Covering the Newbery continues today with the fourth book in a beloved fantasy series. Just for kicks, lets look at a few of the covers that have graced The Grey King over the years:
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1976: The Grey King by Susan Cooper
Original Cover:
My Redo:
Side by Side:
Verdict: Definitely a little more somber, but a bit more modern too.
Up next week: Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor
(Source image: “Vida de perros” http://flic.kr/p/3rXEAP)
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But … the Grey King isn’t the final book in that series. The final book is “Silver on the Tree”. The Grey King is a much better book than Silver, so maybe that’s just wishful thinking on your part?
I do like your redo of this one. The ears of the dog on the original cover have always bugged me.
Thanks for the catch, Sarah – it’s the fourth, not the final. Post updated! And those are some serious ears on the original.
I really like your new cover. The simplicity is eye-catching. I love this series and own a personal set.
Thanks, Margie – I never know how these things will turn out.