Journey on a Cloud : Prestel : 9783791370576 : 01 Mar 2011 : One of artist Marc Chagall&;s most enduring paintings is the basis for this beautifully crafted children&;s book that tells an enchanting story. This book tells the story of the postman Zephyr, who lives in a little blue village in the mountains where nothing ever changes. A dreamer hoping for adventures, he travels on a cloud, embarking on a fantastic airborne journey that takes him to distant and colorful lands. Eventually Zephyr falls to earth and meets a beautiful young woman. Together they return to the postman&;s home village which is now transformed in Zephyr&;s eyes and begin their exciting new life together. Inspired by Chagall&;s masterpiece, a world of color and imagination awaits the readers of this book. Paintings based on Chagall&;s striking palette and elegant lines help tell a simple yet poetic story. The book includes a gorgeous reproduction of Chagall&;s masterpiece "Les Mariés de la Tour Eiffel" ("The Brid