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The Legend of Saint Nicholas by Anselm Grun
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The Horn Book
Christian Library Journal
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A fine introduction to the patron saint of children.
Ferri's appealing illustrations offer expressive characters and sweeping, panoramic views of the scenes from the life of the saint, with glowing light illuminating each painting.
Beautifully illustrated. . . . Luminous paintings on full-bleed double-page spreads capture the saint's humanity as well as the Greek-Turkish Mediterranean setting.
Anselm Grun's writing style is simple and to the point as he unfolds the tales of Saint Nicholas. Though he presents several stories from Nicholas's life, the story flows smoothly from event to event. ... Illustrator Giuliano Ferri brings the setting and characters to life through his artwork.
An excellent introduction to this saint and his life given the few actual details that are known of him. Recommended for schools, public libraries, and religious education classes.
In this brief, beautiful hardcover edition, youngsters will find the perfect introduction to St. Nicholas. Legends and traditions both familiar and lesser known will instruct and inspire. Expressive illustrations should captivate even the smallest among us as parents, grandparents, or older children read aloud. Let these lessons of compassion and generosity inspire all to live by his example.
However much you know or do not know about Nicholas, you and your children will be sure to love him - or love him more - after reading this book.
A fine introduction to the patron saint of children.
Ferri's appealing illustrations offer expressive characters and sweeping, panoramic views of the scenes from the life of the saint, with glowing light illuminating each painting.
Beautifully illustrated. . . . Luminous paintings on full-bleed double-page spreads capture the saint's humanity as well as the Greek-Turkish Mediterranean setting.
Anselm Grun's writing style is simple and to the point as he unfolds the tales of Saint Nicholas. Though he presents several stories from Nicholas's life, the story flows smoothly from event to event. . . . Illustrator Giuliano Ferri brings the setting and characters to life through his artwork.
An excellent introduction to this saint and his life given the few actual details that are known of him. Recommended for schools, public libraries, and religious education classes.
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Book Info
Format
Hardback
Interest Age: From 4 to 8 years
Author
Anselm Grun
More books by Anselm Grun
Publisher
William B Eerdmans Publishing Co
Publication date
25th September 2014
ISBN
9780802854346
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