Synopses & Reviews
Seven short tales taken from one of the greatest adventure stories of all time and rewritten for younger children
Ideal for bedtime reading and with all stories designed to be read in 10 minutes, this wonderful retelling of the classic adventure tale The Arabian Nights includes timeless characters such as Sinbad and Aladdin and unforgettable stories that include Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves. Full of magic, adventure, and wonder, the stories of The Arabian Nights have enchanted children and adults for centuries. Now, these stories are retold for a younger audience featuring animal characters and accompanied by beautiful illustrations on every page. With swashbuckling adventures, flying horses, and magic genies, this collection of action-packed tales will have children eager for their bedtime story.
Synopsis
Full of magic, adventure and wonder, the stories of The Arabian Nights have enchanted children and adults for centuries.
Seven short tales taken from the greatest adventure stories of all times - The Arabian Nights - and rewritten for younger children
Ideal for bedtime reading with all stories designed to be read in 10 minutes
Wonderful charcters and stories including Sinbad, Aladdin and Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves
Beautifully illustrated by one of the world's best-loved illustrators
Full of magic, adventure and wonder, the stories of The Arabian Nights have enchanted children and adults for centuries. Now, these stories are retold for a younger audience featuring animal characters and beautifully illustrated by Graham Percy.
THE ILLUSTRATOR
Graham Percy was born in New Zealand but moved to England to study at the RCA and went on to became famous throughout the world for his beautiful and playful artwork for children. Graham lived most of his life in Wimbledon and sadly passed away in 2008.
About the Author
Stella Maidment is the author of Santa's Workshop, Sir Roland Saves Lion Castle, The Stampede at Fort Glory, and Star Child. Graham Percy studied at the Royal College of Art in England and went on to became famous throughout the world for his beautiful and playful artwork for children. He is the author of numerous books, including Baa, Baa Black Sheep; Cinderella; The Gingerbread Man; Little Red Riding Hood; The Three Little Pigs; and Whose House is This?.