At the behest of his royal parents, Emir undertakes a difficult journey to discover death, understand the reasons for the seasons, and even figure out what life is all about. A large order for such a small prince, but Emir is not alone in his quest. Aided by the muses of Conscience and Inspiration, our young hero finally understands that all living things must have their own seasons of birth, growth and returning to the earth. ( )

Jane Robert's acclaimed children's book. "(Emir) learns that the simplest solutions to problems are always the ones that work with nature rather than against it. The images and illustrations are wonderful enough to keep any child, no matter what age, entranced." ( )