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Like the other Sasek classics, these are facsimile editions of his original books. The vibrant illustrations have been preserved, remaining true to his vision, and where applicable facts have been updated, appearing on a "This is...Today" page at the back of each book. The charming illustrations, coupled with Sasek’s witty, playful narrative, make for perfect souvenirs that will delight both children and their parents, many of whom will remember them from their own childhood. This is Britain, first published in 1974, encompasses the nation’s many facets, from the mystery of Stonehenge to the monuments of the British Isles. Among his stops are the White Cliffs of Dover; Brighton’s Prince Regent’s Royal Pavilion; the castles and Tintern Abbey in Wales; and Scotland’s four Royal Palaces and long lochs. This is Israel, first published in 1962, visits the Promised Land, a sun-drenched panorama of many hues and many traditions. From the Sea of Galilee to the Red Sea (it’s really blue); from modern Tel Aviv to Jerusalem new and old; from Mt. Zion to King Solomon’s mines; Sasek presents the biblical glory of its past and the golden hope of its future.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is lovely. My son is 4 and we have been looking at it together at bedtime. The illustrations are brilliant and the text is very informative but not too much. Its the sort of book I can see my son refering to for a long time as it has many places in there that we have visited and hop to visit. Fab for children and adults alike .
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I got this book for my 7 year old for Christmas. We had previously got This is London and so had this as a follow up. Its informative, colourful and witty! It covers places you wouldnt expect and is a lovely book for sharing.
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one of my favorite entries into the sasek series!
23 May 2011
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sasek's books are all visually lovely, no doubt about it, however they are also incredibly informative, which i quite appreciate. this book is littered with amazing images and interesting facts.
on a totally unrelated note, the book smells good too, just like the library books of yore.
and as with all the updated printings of sasek's books, there is a welcome list of "this is the country...today!" at the end of the book with changes listed since the original printing. it is great to see both the way the country WAS as well as the present day differences.
i highly recommend this book if you are interested in either britain, or simply in wonderful illustration.
on a totally unrelated note, the book smells good too, just like the library books of yore.
and as with all the updated printings of sasek's books, there is a welcome list of "this is the country...today!" at the end of the book with changes listed since the original printing. it is great to see both the way the country WAS as well as the present day differences.
i highly recommend this book if you are interested in either britain, or simply in wonderful illustration.
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