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Children of the Northlights Ingri d'Aulaire

Children of the Northlights By Ingri d'Aulaire

Children of the Northlights by Ingri d'Aulaire


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Children of the Northlights by Ingri d'Aulaire

From the beloved authors of DAulaires Book of Norse Myths and other classics comes a new edition of one of Ingri and Edgar Parin dAulairess most beguiling childrens books. Long out of print, Children of the Northlights introduces readers young and old to siblings Lise and Lasse and to the captivating Sami people and culture of northern Scandinavia. At times mischievous and at others quite courageous, Lisa and Lasse, and their Sami culture, are brought brilliantly to life in the dAulaires illustrations.

This remarkable sister and brother live at the very top of Norwayto Lise and Lasse, seemingly at the very top of the world. All bundled up against the polar winter in their coats of fur and furry shoes, they look at times like two little bears rolling in the snow. Beneath the bright dancing of the northern lights, we follow Lise and Lasse as they enjoy the long winter days and polar nights: playing pranks on their family, chasing and playing with their reindeer Silverside and Snowwhitedeer, skiing, taking hot saunas to stay clean, and staying warm while snowstorms rage across the land. Lise and Lasse hunker down in their warm tent and wait for the sun to return, which, of course, it always does. When the sun comes back in spring, its time to go to school in the village (which Lise and Lasse happily do only after instructing their dogs to take very good care of Silverside and Snowwhitedeer while theyre away).

Inspired directly by a remarkable journey the dAulaires took to northern Europe and their time spent among the Sami, Children of the Northlights is a brightly illustrated portrait and celebration of the Sami people, culture, and snow-covered landscapes of the frozen north, from two of the twentieth centurys greatest storytellers.

Children of the Northlights Reviews

"The loveliest book the dAulaires have given us . . . a book to own and cherish."Library Journal

"A distinguished book full of color, fun, and the charm of ways that are just different enough to be fascinating."Horn Book Magazine

About Ingri d'Aulaire

Known for their vibrant and imaginative interpretations of Scandinavian folklore, Greek and Norse mythology, and American history, the books of Ingri and Edgar Parin dAulaire have entertained readers for over seventy-five years. The couple received the Caldecott Medal for their book Abraham Lincoln and were later awarded the Regina Medal for their distinguished contribution to childrens literature.

Additional information

CIN0816679231VG
9780816679232
0816679231
Children of the Northlights by Ingri d'Aulaire
Used - Very Good
Hardback
University of Minnesota Press
2012-09-11
40
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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