Joy to the World: Christmas Stories from Around the Globe - Hardcover

Pirotta, Saviour

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0060279028 ISBN 13: 9780060279028

Publisher: Harpercollins Childrens Books, 1998

Synopsis

Gathered from early Christian folklore, stories in a rich mixture of culture and legend blend together to create a stunning portrait of the diversity surrounding the most joyous international celebrations.

About this title

Review:

Each folk tale will charm children on its own merit, offering an intriguing look at Christmas from fresh perspectives. -- Rocky Mountain News, December 20, 1998

Moxley's vivid paintings set the pages aglow. -- Publishers' Weekly, Septembr 28 1998

Remarkable...a stunning fantastical gift. -- The Sunday Times, Books for Christmas supplement, 1998

The folk-art style of illustrator Moxley is a perfect counterpoint for these richly diverse tales. -- Chattanooga Free Press, November 29, 1998

Very original and appealing. -- Church Times, 27 November 1998

About the Author:

Saviour Pirotta was born and educated in Malta. In 1982, he moved to England and spent eight years working as a storyteller for the Commonwealth Institute, visiting schools and libraries around Britain. He has written over 60 books for children and adults, including Turtle Bay which won a number of awards. His work has been translated into 15 languages. He lives in Yorkshire.

About this edition

• Publisher: Harpercollins Childrens Books
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0060279028
• ISBN 13: 9780060279028
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 48
• Illustrator: Moxley Sheila