Publisher's Synopsis
For their own safety, the people
who live in this fortified city are
not allowed to leave their homes
after dusk. After curfew, a strange
character with a lamp -the Night
Watchman -patrols the winding
streets and alleyways, assisted by
birds on the rooftops, dogs in the
lanes, and rats underground. As
both guardian and policeman, the
Night Watchman will relentlessly
hunt down any intruder who threatens
the peace and security of his city.
Nothing and no one has disturbed
his nightly routine -until now …
A beautifully written story full
of suspense, The Night Watchman
tells a fascinating tale of surveillance,
betrayal, friendship, and
love. Jérémie Fischer's remarkable
images elevate the book to an
artful illustrated novel, and Jean-
Baptiste Labrune's words render it
a modern classic with a narrative
relatable on many levels.
