{"product_id":"treasury-of-bible-stories-hardcover","title":"Treasury of Bible Stories - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDonna Jo Napoli\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe timeless tales from the early books of the Bible have captivated generations. In this lush storybook, the fresh voice of lyrical storyteller Donna Jo Napoli and the lavish artwork of Christina Balit bring classic stories to life for a young, modern audience.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eNoah's Ark, Moses, David and Goliath, the ten plagues, Daniel and the lions' den, Jonah and the giant fish, and many more of the Bible's most powerful stories--27 in all--are compellingly retold in this beautifully illustrated treasury. Readers will be fascinated by the ancient people and events they encounter, surprised by some of the lesser known accounts revealed, and inspired by the lessons these tales impart. Stories cover important ground beyond religion, such as culture, history, and geography, and they touch on issues that remain relevant today--faith, loyalty, kindness, violence, generosity, greed, jealousy, and more. These accessible, readible stories give kids a rich picture of biblical times, which encourages them to think about our role in the world and to learn more. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eNapoli's magicial storytelling is sure to ignite children's imaginations. Along with Balit's stunning art, this is a book kids will want to explore again and again--a classic that families can read aloud together.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDONNA JO NAPOLI is professor of linguistics at Swarthmore College, mother of five, grandmother of two, and the author of more than 70 books for children and young adults. While her undergraduate major was mathematics and her graduate work was in linguistics, she has a profound love of mythology, folklore, and fairy tales. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCHRISTINA BALIT is a graduate of the Chelsea School of Art and the Royal College of Art, London. An award-winning dramatist and illustrator, Christina has painted more than 20 children's books, including \u003ci\u003eBlodin and the Beast\u003c\/i\u003e by Michael Morpurgo, \u003ci\u003eZoo in the Sky\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Planet Gods\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Lion Bible\u003c\/i\u003e, National Geographic's treasury series: \u003ci\u003eTreasury of Greek Mythology\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTreasury of Egyptian Mythology\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTreasury of Norse Mythology\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eTales From the Arabian Nights\u003c\/i\u003e. Her author titles include \u003ci\u003eEscape From Pompeii\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAtlantis\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Legend of the Lost City, \u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eAn Arabian Home\u003c\/i\u003e. Her plays include \u003ci\u003eWoman With Upturned Skirt, The Sentence, \u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eNeedle\u003c\/i\u003e (winner of the Brave New Role award).\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 12 x 9.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 22, 2019\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42731649204287,"sku":"9781426335389","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/5516226c301b7d08f4b6733719518a93.webp?v=1765129612","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/treasury-of-bible-stories-hardcover","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}