The Christmas Story

The Christmas Story

by IanBeck (Author)

Synopsis

High above the stables the night sky was filled with angels, who gave thanks to God and welcomed the new baby with their beautiful music. A perfect first book of the Nativity; simply told and beautifully illustrated by Ian Beck.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
Pages: 32
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: Picture Corgi
Published: 03 Nov 2005

ISBN 10: 0552549371
ISBN 13: 9780552549370
Children’s book age: 5-7 Years
Book Overview: A simple and exquisitely illustrated first Nativity book.

Media Reviews
Ian Beck complements a straightforward retelling of the first Christmas with striking illustrations. Richly bordered pages frame bright, lively scenes, giving the book the feel of an illuminated manuscript * TES Teacher *
Simple, straightforward, great for reading aloud to young children * Child Education *
The illustrations are subtle and Beck retells the story without being too wordy, or indeed, worthy * Junior *
Beautifully and intricately illustrated . . . Offers a warm and reassuring introduction to the religious meaning behind the festive season * Parents News *
A brightly illustrated and delightfully simple version of the best known story of all * Sunday Business Post (Eire) *
Author Bio
IAN BECK has worked as a freelance illustrator for many years (including such notable artwork as the record cover for Elton John's Goodbye Yellow Brick Road album). Ian turned to writing and illustrating children's books when his own children were born.