Charlie Mackesy's little stories between a boy, a horse, a fox and a mole have been a great source of inspiration and strength in these very difficult times. His ink drawings are a gentle reminder of the belief we all must have in us, for going through every bit of struggle and finding a way out of it.
Charlie’s first book, The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse captures beautifully conversations of hope and life among the four. Each time one reads it, it offers insights into who we are, and what circumstances make of us.
"I thought this was worth saying again," says Mackesy while talking of storms. The pandemic has pushed humanity to the brink, questioning our priorities and our existence. Many of us are losing family, many losing friends, and so many of us feel helpless in the enormity of the situation.
Mackesy who calls himself a grubby artists speaks to the child and adult in us equally with his simple and lucid writings.
"Sometimes we all feel tired and frightened but there is more strength and love in us than you can possibly imagine," writes Mackesy.
Through his black pen drawings, Mackesy brings out our souls to meet ourselves.
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His journey with the boy, the mole, the fox and the horse has consumed him. He lives in their world a lot of the time and has loved making the book. Their adventures will continue.