The Man Who Sold Time

Picture book

There’s no more time! Now what’s he going to do?


In Vettore’s shop, everyone can find what they want: half an hour more to play with their friends; another five minutes under the covers; a day to dedicate to a new invention. Vettore works from morning to evening, and gives the time he has left over to those who can’t buy it.Until one day, just when he needs it most, he discovers he’s run out of stock. There’s no more time! Now what’s he going to do? Someone knocks on the door with the answer…

  • From the pen of Luca Cognolato, with the illustrations of Marco Paschetta, a story that helps children understand the value of time as a common good: to be preserved, cherished and even given as a gift, sharing it with those who need it.
  • A tender and original story, blending fantasy and everyday life. Vettore’s time shop is a magical place where children’s wishes meet the need for care, listening, and mutual giving.
Publisher: Terre di Mezzo
Target: 5-7
Year: 2024
Author
Luca Cognolato

Luca Cognolato studied at Ca’ Foscari University in Venice and now teaches Italian and History in the province of Venice. He is the author of several books for children and young adults, including the Basket League series (Einaudi Ragazzi).
Together with Silvia del Francia, he co-wrote The Invisible Hero (Einaudi Ragazzi, 2014) and You Can’t Stop the Wave(Einaudi Ragazzi, 2024).
With the picture book Matilde’s Little Backpack, he won the Silent Book Contest – Gianni De Conno Award.

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