Stories from the Bible - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0735814139 ISBN 13: 9780735814134

Publisher: North-South Books, 2002

Synopsis

Hans Christian Andersen Medal-winner Lisbeth Zwerger turns her artistic talents to illustrating selected stories from the Old and New Testaments. This handsome volume is comprised of biblical texts taken from the King James version, divided into twelve sections, with brief introductions to each section, as well as an index of chapters and verses. Fourteen full-page illustrations and nearly sixty charming vignettes, graced by Lisbeth Zwerger's signature wit and unique vision, enhance this elegant collection of significant Bible stories, ranging from the Creation of the World, Adam and Eve, Noah and the Great Flood, to David and Goliath, The Birth of Christ, The Last Supper, and The Passion. A thoughtful gift-for Easter, Communion, Confirmation, or any occasion.

About this title

Book Description:

Hans Christian Andersen Award Winning illustrator Lisbeth Zwerger’s illustrations for Stories From the Bible make this a favorite holiday gift.

About the Author:

Lisbeth Zwerger is a native of Vienna, Austria who has been accorded nearly every prize that can be given to an illustrator, including the highest achievement, the Hans Christian Andersen Medal. Among her books published by North-South are The Nightingale, Little Red Cap, The Wizard of Oz, and Noah's Ark, all of them named New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Books of the Year. Noah's Ark was also named an ALA Notable Book, a Newsweek Book of the Year, and a Bulletin Blue Ribbon Book.

About this edition

• Publisher: North-South Books
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0735814139
• ISBN 13: 9780735814134
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 160
• Illustrator: Lisbeth Zwerger