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A Boy of Old Prague


by Sulamith Ish-Kishor

  • LITERATURE
  • 2008
  • PAPER
  • 90 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

When a young serf is caught stealing, the lord of the manor sentences him to service in the Jewish ghetto, where he discovers unexpected kindness. This tale of tolerance, suitable for ages 9-12, features distinctive illustrations by Ben Shahn. (CZH91, $3.99)

Czech Republic


by Charlotte Guillain

  • CULTURAL PORTRAIT
  • 2011
  • PAPER
  • 48 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

One in the illustrated and informative Countries Around the World series, geared for ages 8-11. (CZH100, $8.99)

Eyewitness Castle

Eyewitness Castle


by Christopher Gravett

  • HISTORY
  • 2008
  • HARD COVER
  • 72 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Take a look behind the walls of these fascinating fortresses and learn how they were built to house hundreds of people and animals; how a young boy rose from lowly page to noble knight; and what life was like for the castle residents. With a CD of clip art and a poster. (EUR335, $16.99)

Golem

Golem


by David Wisniewski | Lee Salsberry

  • LITERATURE
  • 1996
  • HARD COVER
  • 32 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

A retelling of a Jewish legend, set in Prague in the 16th century, a dark time for the city's Jewish residents. A rabbi builds a clay giant to protect his people from persecution; the golem, in this version, speaks with a child's simplicity. The remarkable paper-cutout illustrations brilliantly evoke the Prague of old. Ages 7-10. (CZH38, $17.00)

The Medieval World

The Medieval World


by Philip Steele

  • HISTORY
  • 2006
  • PAPER
  • 95 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

This rousing and colorfully illustrated tale for ages 7 to 10 brings to life the chivalry, battles and sieges and politics of Medieval Europe. (EUR256, $12.95)

The Three Golden Keys


by Peter Sis

  • LITERATURE
  • 2001
  • HARD COVER
  • 64 PAGES
  • FAMILY

In this visually entrancing picture book, Sis meets the Golem, Hanus the Clockmaker and other characters from his childhood in Prague, both imagined and real. Both adults and children will delight in Sis's magical illustrations. (CZH39, $24.99)

The Wall, Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain

The Wall, Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain


by Peter Sis

  • BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
  • 2007
  • HARD COVER
  • 56 PAGES
  • FAMILY

With his usual flair and attention to detail, illustrator Peter Sis deftly sketches the events, experiences and history of his youth in Prague. (CZH78, $18.99)

 

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