The Moon Dragons

The Moon Dragons

by Dyan Sheldon (Author), Gary Blythe (Illustrator)

Synopsis

When a king discovers that there are still singing moon dragons high up on the mountainside, he offers a room full of gold to anyone who can bring one to him. The beautiful dancing dragons only reveal themselves to Alina, a young peasant girl, but she preserves the secret of their whereabouts, knowing that there are some things far more precious than a room full of gold. 'A wonder to look at and a joy to read aloud.' - Wendy Cooling

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Edition: UK ed.
Publisher: Andersen Press
Published: 02 Oct 2014

ISBN 10: 1783440554
ISBN 13: 9781783440559
Children’s book age: 0-5 Years
Book Overview: Another breath-takingly beautiful masterpiece from the creators of the bestselling, Kate Greenaway Medal winner, The Whales' Song.

Media Reviews
A wonder to look at and a joy to read aloud. * Wendy Cooling *
A hauntingly beautiful fable with a strong message about greed and the environment. Absolutely gorgeous artwork * The Bookseller *
Gary Blythe's glowing pictures and a lyrical text by Dyan Sheldon prove to be a perfect combination in this heartwarming story. * Bookseller *
Spell-binding and incredibly moving story coupled with illustrations that will take your breath away. * Lovereading *
Sweet lesson of the value of art and life. Original fairy tale succeeds as a fable. * Kirkus Reviews *
Author Bio
Dyan Sheldon (Author) Dyan Sheldon is the author of many books for young people, including Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen and a number of stories for younger readers. She also writes books for adults. American by birth, she lives in north London.Gary Blythe (Illustrator) Gary Blythe is an award-winning illustrator. His first children's picture book, The Whales' Song, written by Dyan Sheldon, won the Kate Greenaway Medal in 1990. Gary lives in the Wirral, near Liverpool.