My Life at the Bottom: The Story of a Lonesome Axolotl

Immerse yourself in a captivating climate change story unlike any other with My Life at the Bottom: The Story of a Lonesome Axolotl. Written by acclaimed Nordic author and illustrator Linda Bondestam, this extraordinary tale is narrated by an adorable axolotl who might just be the last of its kind. Dive into a forest of seaweed and become enchanted by the rare and beautiful little axolotl as it embarks on its first-ever swim.

Experience the grace and loneliness of this remarkable creature; out of 987 eggs, only one hatched, possibly making it the last axolotl in these waters. Join our axolotl narrator as it attend underwater school, collects treasures discarded by land dwellers, and dances the night away with its tiger salamander friends. Life is a thrilling adventure in this underwater haven!

However, as the world heats up and the temperatures rise, the once crystal-clear water turns murky, and friends become harder to find. Witness the lonesome axolotl grow even lonelier as its world changes around it. But just when hope is fading, something extraordinary happens: a colossal wave carries our axolotl friend into an unexpected new future. Prepare for a bittersweet, droll, and existential journey that reassures us with its underlying message of hope.

In My Life at the Bottom: The Story of a Lonesome Axolotl, Linda Bondestam weaves together her unique visual wit, breathtaking underwater scenes, and heartfelt empathy to illuminate the catastrophic effects of the climate crisis. This tale bursts with life, immersing you in a world teetering on the brink of loss. Don't miss out on this exquisite work that will leave you pondering the fragility of our environment and the resilience of the human spirit.

Experience the wondrous journey today and join the last axolotl on its adventure to an uncertain future. Take the plunge now!