"Wabi-Sabi," written by Mark Reibstein and exquisitely illustrated by Caldecott-winner Ed Young, is a rare treat: a children's book that can be enjoyed and treasured by adults as well as kids. The book tells the story of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese housecat who embarks on a quest to discover the meaning of her name after she overhears her owner telling guests that “wabi-sabi" is a difficult concept to explain. She encounters several other animals along her journey, each of whom tries to describe the elusive subject in haiku. As she comes to an understanding of wabi-sabi, a Japanese way of thinking that finds beauty in simplicity, transience, and imperfection, she realizes her own simple, unique beauty. It's a lovely book that’s a pleasure to read and that introduces curious people of all ages to a new way of seeing and thinking about what’s beautiful.
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