The Little Hippo by Geraldine Elschner
To the ancient Egyptians, the hippopotamus was one of the most dangerous animals in their world. The huge creatures were a hazard for small fishing boats and other river craft. But in this delightful story, a young boy befriends a little hippo and together they live out their days along the banks of the Nile. After many years, when the boy's life comes to an end, the hippo finds himself in a strange world populated with deserts, cities, forests and finally a museum where he is reunited with his friends. Early Egyptian civilization has long been a source of curiosity and fascination for children. Through this simple, moving, and beautifully illustrated story young readers will discover how and why the hippopotamus was such an important figure in that ancient world.
"Cute, but subtly educational. . Five stars!" -Stuart's Study "An educational storybook that not only demonstrates the strength that can be gained from family and friends, but also instructs children about Egypt and archaeology . . . Provides a joyful lesson by bringing ancient relics to life." -Arts & Activities
Geraldine Elschner is the author of nearly 30 books for children, including Where is the Frog? The Cat and the Bird and Funny Machines for George the Sheep (all Prestel). She lives in Germany. Anja C. Klauss has studied at the Ecole des Arts Decoratifs in Strasbourg. She has illustrated several children's books.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9783791371672 |
| ISBN 10 | 3791371673 |
| Title | The Little Hippo |
| Author | Geraldine Elschner |
| Series | Children's Books Inspired By Famous Artworks Ser |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Prestel |
| Year published | 2014-08-21 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |