The visionary New York Times-bestselling creator of Tales from Outer Suburbia tells the story of a hardworking little cicada who is completely unappreciated for what he does. But in the end, he makes a transformation into something ineffably beautiful. Full color. From the visionary Shaun Tan, an inspirational story for older picture book readers and beyond Cicada tells the story of a hardworking little cicada who is completely unappreciated for what he does. But in the end, just when you think hes given up, he makes a transformation into something ineffably beautiful. A metaphor for growing up? A bit of inspiration for the unappreciated striver in all of us? Yes, yes, and more.