L’albero (2007), illustrated by Iela Mari, is a wordless picture book that follows the life of a tree through the changing seasons. The story begins with a bare tree in winter and moves through spring, summer, and autumn, showing how the landscape and the creatures around the tree transform over time. Buds bloom into flowers, fruits appear, and animals visit the tree, seeking food and shelter. As the months pass, leaves change color, fall, and the cycle begins again. Without words, the book uses simple, clear illustrations to show the rhythm of nature and the passage of time. Each image reveals a new detail, allowing readers to follow the continuous cycle of growth and renewal in the life of the tree.


