Grass Song – Ann Turner 1993; Illus. Barry Moser | 1st Edition

Grass Song is a lyrical picture book written by Ann Turner and beautifully illustrated by Barry Moser. The book captures the rhythm and quiet power of the natural world through poetic text, celebrating the cycles of life that unfold in a rural landscape. With rich, evocative language, Turner describes scenes such as morning dew on blades of grass, cows grazing in sunlit fields, and the gradual shift from day into night.

Each page reads like a brief verse, making Grass Song not only a meditation on nature but also a gentle, reflective reading experience for children and adults alike. It invites readers to observe, feel, and appreciate the small, often unnoticed details of country life.

Barry Moser’s watercolor illustrations are soft yet precise, lending warmth and authenticity to the book’s serene atmosphere. Known for his finely detailed and expressive artwork, Moser complements Turner’s poetry with naturalistic images that ground the book in a tangible world, even as the language soars.