This is London

by Miroslav Sasek

Overview

"Published by arrangement with Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers"--P. opposite T.p.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780789310620
Publisher:	Rizzoli
Publication date:	04/24/2004
Series:	This is . . .
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	9.10(w) x 12.62(h) x 0.57(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Miroslav Sasek was born in 1916 in Prague. An author and illustrator, he is best remembered for his classic stories on the great cities of the world, including Paris, New York City, Venice, London, and Rome. His iconic series won several awards, such as The New York Times’s Best Illustrated Children’s Book of the Year and the Boys’ Club of America Junior Books Award. He died in 1980 in Switzerland.

Editorial Reviews

"...no photographs but wonderful, engaging drawings of life in London. It is amazing how a children's book can open up a whole world... how much the...kids learned from this book. This book made them excited about London...and motivated them to experience it.." ~Outlook by the Bay

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