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    Gulliver Books

    Aïda

    Aïda

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    • Transadapted
    • Hardback
    • Picture Book
    La legendaria estrella de la opera Leontyne Price narra la historia de Aida, la celebre opera de Verdi, en este esplendido libro ilustrado. Aida, una princesa etiope esclavizada en Egipto, se debate entre la lealtad a su padre y a su patria y su amor por Radames, un joven general egipcio, una devocion que termina en tragedia para todos. Los artistas Leo y Diane Dillon, ganadores de la Medalla Caldecott, recrean el antiguo Egipto con suntuosas pinturas a pagina completa enmarcadas con bordes dorados de inspiracion egipcia. Una introduccion dramatica y accesible a la opera, contada por la soprano mas celebrada en el papel principal.

    English Translation

    Aïda

    Legendary opera star Leontyne Price retells the story of Verdi's beloved opera Aida in this stunning picture book. Aida, an Ethiopian princess enslaved in Egypt, is torn between loyalty to her father and homeland and her love for Radames, a young Egyptian general - a devotion that leads to tragedy for all. Caldecott Medal-winning artists Leo and Diane Dillon bring ancient Egypt to life with sumptuous full-page paintings framed by gold, Egyptian-inspired borders. A dramatic and accessible introduction to opera for young readers, told by the soprano most celebrated for the title role.

    Reading Levels

    Ages:

    • 8
    • 9

    Grades:

    • Grade 3

    Book Details

    Vendor: Gulliver Books

    Binding: Hardback

    Type: Picture Book

    Copyright: 1990

    Publisher: Gulliver Books

    Genre: Historical Fiction

    Fiction or Non Fiction: Fiction

    Subject: How-To/Hobbies/Arts/Crafts/Music/Cooking/Activities

    Type of Spanish Book: Transadapted

    Pages: 32

    Author/Illustrator Details

    Author: Leontyne Price
    Author Origin: United States
    Illustrator: Leo Dillon / Diane Dillon
    IIlustrator Origin: United States

    Weight/Dimensions

    Dimensions: 10.25 x 11.25 x .25 (Inches)

    Weight (Ounces):

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