Siddhartha and the Swan
Hardback
Main Details
| Title |
Siddhartha and the Swan
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Andrew Fusek Peters
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| Series | White Wolves: Stories from World Religions |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Hardback | | Pages:32 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 212,Width 145 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781408139479
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| Classifications | Dewey:823.92 |
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| Audience | |
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| Illustrations |
full colour throughout
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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| Imprint |
A & C Black (Childrens books)
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| Publication Date |
5 January 2012 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
When Prince Siddhartha sees a wounded swan fall from the sky, he tries to save it. But his cousin Devadatta, who shot the swan, wants to claim it as his own. Who is right? Can Siddhartha save the swan? Moving, simply told and beautifully illustrated story of the early life of the Buddha.
Author Biography
Andrew Fusek Peters is a high-profile children's author of Czech origin. He is best known for his poetry and has been published by Walker, Hodder and Orchard.
ReviewsThis, and the two books which follow, fit with the requirements fo the National Literacy Strategy for genres of book which should be read. They are also useful for KS1 RE studies.Vivid illustrations by Miss Swanne complement the story excellently. * Parents in Touch *
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