Secret Life Of Termites
by Joey Schaaf © 2001 Gallery of termite character illustrations by David Ferrin
The Secret Life Of Termites is wonderfully illustrated by David Ferrin who captures the spirit and personalities of the characters perfectly.
The Secret Life Of Termites is a wonderful adventure of spirit and imagination, a modern fable delightfully written for children and adults alike.
This story is about four young termites and their incredible journeys from their home in the forest to the outer reaches of the universe.
From the creative mind and heart of it's writer Joey Schaaf, The Secret Life Of Termites is the story of the adventures and discoveries of Remo and his band the Flying Cricket Legs. How they discover the power within to change themselves and everything around them, forging a positive transformation in the hearts and minds of those they encounter along their journey.
This tale has several layers of thought which first can be described as a children's story. It will stimulate the imagination, excite the heart and plant seeds of thought that one day may blossom into the understanding of the deeper symbolic meaning woven into this book.
Secondly, it is an analogy of our modern society. The actions and motivations of the characters in this story may help us to understand our roles in the human culture and the effect we have within it.
Thirdly, The Secret Life Of Termites story line brings out ideas and concepts which reveal clues to secrets to be discovered within ourselves.