The Lion Classic Wisdom Stories - Hardcover

Joslin, Mary

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0745963692 ISBN 13: 9780745963693

Publisher: Lion Children's Bks, 2013

Synopsis

This collection is a treasure trove of the world's storytelling wisdom, ranging from the must-have favourites (Axe soup, Under the Banyan Tree) to lesser known stories that are at once compelling and unforgettable. 28 stories, re-told in Mary Joslin's elegant style are illustrated with eye-catching pictures, making this book a valuable addition to any bookshelf. Presented in a beautifully designed hardback cover, The Lion Book of Classic Wisdom Stories makes a thoughtful and lasting gift.

About this title

From the Author:

Mary Joslin is the pseudonym of an in-house author.Christina Balit is a graduate of the Royal College of Art. Of British and Armenian descent, Christina spent her childhood in the Middle East - the very landscapes where so many of the Bible's tales are set - which became a large influence on her illustrations. An acclaimed children's book artist, she has received widespread praise for her children's books, which are mainly mythology, Biblical stories, or retellings of traditional myths or stories.

From Booklist:

Although some of the stories here were also featured in The Lion Book of Wisdom Stories from around the World (2009), this more compact book has additional selections. The attractive volume compiles 28 global tales, some lighthearted, others dramatic and poignant. In the Ghana/West Indian “Spider Learns a Lesson,” Anansi wants the world’s wisdom for himself, but he comes to appreciate sharing; in “Poor Little Rich Girl,” from Poland, a spoiled but lonely merchant’s daughter learns the rewards of generosity and compassion. Other retellings include “Axe Porridge,” a Russian variation of “Stone Soup”; Andersen’s “The Emperor’s New Clothes”; and a suspenseful, slightly edgy Sioux legend about a family’s unexpectedly perilous journey. Vibrant, intricately patterned illustrations incorporate exotic and fanciful elements, and the prose intersperses lively touches, including sound effects. Though the stories often feature cautionary and moral elements—the consequences of greed or vanity; the value of resourcefulness—they’re more thoughtful than overbearing. There are a few inconsistencies, including in the identification of tale origins, and the book lacks supporting material, but it is overall a useful addition to collections of international stories and tales.. Grades 4-7. --Shelle Rosenfeld

About this edition

• Publisher: Lion Children's Bks
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0745963692
• ISBN 13: 9780745963693
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 128
• Illustrator: Balit Christina