Knight, the Princess, and the Magic Rock : A Classic Persian Tale (2012, Hardcover) for sale online

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PublisherWorld Industries wisdom, Incorporated

ISBN-101937786013

ISBN-139781937786014

eBay Product ID (ePID)113095562

Product Key Features

Book TitleKnight, the Princess, and the Magic Rock : a Classic Persian Tale

Number of Pages32 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicLegends, Myths, Fables / General, Fairy Tales & Folklore / Country & Ethnic, Historical / Middle East, General, People & Places / Middle East

Publication Year2012

IllustratorSadeghian, Alireza, Yes

GenreJuvenile Fiction

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.5 in

Item Weight19.2 Oz

Item Length11.2 in

Item Width9.6 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience

LCCN2012-002046

ReviewsThe Knight, the Princess & the Magic Rock is an easily read and enjoyable story with beautiful illustrations in the style of an ancient ethnic tale., The romance of Bijan and Manijeh is found in the Book of Kings (Shahnameh), the national epic poem of Iran. Bijan, a warrior prince, is asked by the king to rid the country of wild boars, which he successfully does. On his way back from his mission, he meets and falls in love with Manijeh, a princess of an enemy kingdom. Rather than be parted from him, Manijeh tricks Bijan into drinking a potion that keeps him with Manijeh. When he is inevitably discovered, he is imprisoned in an underground pit, covered by a magic rock. The knight Rostam eventually rescues him, and the wiser, chastened lovers live happily ever after. Azizi's retelling of this major Persian tale emphasizes its mythopoeic themes; Sadeghian's gorgeous color illustrations bring to vivid life both the tale and classical Persian art. Supplemental interpretive commentary gives more mature readers food for spiritual thought., The Knight, the Princess & the Magic Rock: A Classic Persian Tale provides a very easy reader that needs no advanced reading skills to prove accessible, and retells the classic Personal story of a brave young knight called Bijan who falls in love with the daughter of an enemy of Persia. Their romance will endanger their lives in this fine tale, illustrated by Alireza Sadgehian and packed with color. Kids who enjoy folktales from other countries will find a winner, here!, The romance of Bijan and Manijeh is found in the Book of Kings (Shahnameh), the national epic poem of Iran. Bijan, a warrior prince, is asked by the king to rid the country of wild boars, which he successfully does. On his way back from his mission, he meets and falls in love with Manijeh, a princess of an enemy kingdom. Rather than be parted from him, Manijeh tricks Bijan into drinking a potion that keeps him with Manijeh. When he is inevitably discovered, he is imprisoned in an underground pit, covered by a magic rock. The knight Rostam eventually rescues him, and the wiser, chastened lovers live happily ever after. Azizi's retelling of this major Persian tale emphasizes its mythopoeic themes; Sadeghian's gorgeous color illustrations bring to vivid life both the tale and classical Persian art. Supplemental interpretive commentary gives more mature readers food for spiritual thought. Publishers Weekly The Knight, the Princess & the Magic Rock is an easily read and enjoyable story with beautiful illustrations in the style of an ancient ethnic tale. Foreword Reviews The Knight, the Princess & the Magic Rock: A Classic Persian Tale provides a very easy reader that needs no advanced reading skills to prove accessible, and retells the classic Personal story of a brave young knight called Bijan who falls in love with the daughter of an enemy of Persia. Their romance will endanger their lives in this fine tale, illustrated by Alireza Sadgehian and packed with color. Kids who enjoy folktales from other countries will find a winner, here! Midwest Book Review

TitleLeadingThe

Dewey Edition23

Grade FromPreschool

Grade ToThird Grade

Dewey Decimal398.20955 E

SynopsisThe Knight, the Princess & the Magic Rock beautifully brings to life the enchanting story of Bijan, a brave young knight from the ancient land of Persia, and his star-crossed lover, Manijeh, princess of an enemy kingdom. Originally written over a thousand years ago, the story has been rendered into films, operas, and plays. Rich in symbolism, and filled with acts of heroism, secret potions, and the king's all-knowing golden cup, the tale will delight children everywhere., Brings to life the story of Bijan, a brave young knight from the ancient land of Persia, and his star-crossed lover, Manijeh, princess of an enemy kingdom. This story has been rendered into films, operas, and plays. It is rich in symbolism and filled with acts of heroism, secret potions, and the king's all-knowing golden cup.

LC Classification NumberPZ8.1.A95Kni 2012

Retold byAzizi, Sara