The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse: The Animated Story

By Charlie Mackesy

Charlie Mackesy’s beloved The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse has been adapted into an animated short film, now available to stream on Apple TV+

A journey, in search of home

This beautifully made book celebrates the work of over 100 animators across two years of production - with Charlie's distinctive illustrations brought to life in full colour with hand-drawn traditional animation and accompanying hand-written script.

"I made a film with some friends about a boy, a mole, a fox and a horse - their journey together and the boy's search for home. I hope this book gives you courage and makes you feel loved." Love Charlie x

• Language: English
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Release date: Dec 6, 2022
• ISBN: 9780063256200

Charlie Mackesy

Artist Charlie Mackesy has been a cartoonist for The Spectator and a book illustrator for Oxford University Press. He has collaborated with Richard Curtis for Comic Relief, and Nelson Mandela on a lithograph project, The Unity Series . His first exhibition for the boy, the mole, the fox and the horse was in London in November 2018. Charlie lives in South London with his dog.

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Reviews for The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse

[Prathamesh Nadkarni · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Just Loved it! Simple Metaphoric and yet interesting Visuals !

[Tavo1991 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A beautiful book both for its message and its illustrations. A read for all ages that reminds us how important self-love, kindness, and friendship are. I recommend reading it while listening to the musical recommendation found on its front and back covers. A reading that made me have a lovely time without a doubt. (Translated from Spanish)

[Lulilee · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A super simple book with great teachings and beautiful illustrations, I would love to give it to everyone. It is a book that can be opened any day in any place and will give you something to reflect on, make you smile, and even bring some tears, but it is worth reading. No matter your age or the moment, you can learn something, or remember it. (Translated from Spanish)

[ValeriaAviles♡ · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It's such a beautiful book in every way! ✨

I enjoyed it in every sense; accompanying these characters on their journey was something lovely. The illustrations, the little phrases, the lessons each of them imparts.

It's very quick to read, like a little fable, and for both me and the author, this book is for all ages ❤️‍?

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[iraaa · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The curious meeting of a curious child, a gluttonous mole, a cautious fox, and a wise horse. It is a story with beautiful illustrations and teachings. Not only do the illustrations convey feelings, but the phrases and dialogues are filled with wisdom. YOU HAVE TO READ IT!!!???? (Translated from Spanish)