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This is London
Hardback
Main Details
| Title |
This is London
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Miroslav Sasek
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| Series | This is . . . |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Hardback | | Pages:64 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 318,Width 231 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780789310620
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| Classifications | Dewey:914.43610483 |
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| Illustrations |
60 COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Universe Publishing
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| Imprint |
Universe Publishing
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| Publication Date |
24 April 2004 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
With a minimum of words and a maximum of illustrations, 'This Is London' captures the magic of this capital city.
Author Biography
Miroslav Sasek was born in 1916 in Prague. An author and illustrator, he is best remembered for his classic stories on the great cities of the world, including Paris, New York City, Venice, London, and Rome. His iconic series won several awards, such as the New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book of the Year and the Boy's Club of American Junior Books Award. He died in 1980 in Switzerland.
Reviews"...no photographs but wonderful, engaging drawings of life in London. It is amazing how a children's book can open up a whole world... how much the...kids learned from this book. This book made them excited about London...and motivated them to experience it.." ~Outlook by the Bay
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