Bibliograph

Between heaven and earth, bird tales from around the world, Howard Norman ; illustrated by Leo & Diane Dillon

Type

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Between heaven and earth, bird tales from around the world, Howard Norman ; illustrated by Leo & Diane Dillon

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Between heaven and earth

Oclc number

52134642

Responsibility statement

Howard Norman ; illustrated by Leo & Diane Dillon

Sub title

bird tales from around the world

Summary

505 0 Beautiful Quail -- Bird Who Sang Like a Warthog -- Disobedient Pelican Daughter -- Swan-Scholar's Great Secret -- Troll and the Scarf Made of CrowsA collection of folktales from around the world, all of which have a bird as a main character. Annotation. For centuries birds and their magnificent ability to fly have inspired tales of mischief, mystery, and enchantment. In a collection that is as beautiful as it is timeless, award-winning author Howard Norman and Caldecott medalists Leo and Diane Dillon offer five bird stories from around the world--including one about an elusive bird that sings like a warthog and another about a much loved quail dying of thirst. This glorious collaboration is the perfect gift for any family library, a book that children and parents alike will treasure

Target audience

juvenile

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