Legends and Stories of Italy - Steedman, Amy
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The stories of saints and sinners alike populate the pages of this unique book for children. Under the author's loving touch, these enchanting tales come alive with scenes of old Italy, from the poor but generous Saint Zita in her native Lucca to the captive Turkish Princess Stellante and her beloved Bartolo in prosperous Venice. Each of these widely varied characters must face their own struggle against the selfish desires of this world in order to achieve true happiness, both here and in the hereafter. The watercolors by Katharine Cameron add infinite charm, and new illustrations enhance the captivating history of these legends and stories.…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
The stories of saints and sinners alike populate the pages of this unique book for children. Under the author's loving touch, these enchanting tales come alive with scenes of old Italy, from the poor but generous Saint Zita in her native Lucca to the captive Turkish Princess Stellante and her beloved Bartolo in prosperous Venice. Each of these widely varied characters must face their own struggle against the selfish desires of this world in order to achieve true happiness, both here and in the hereafter. The watercolors by Katharine Cameron add infinite charm, and new illustrations enhance the captivating history of these legends and stories.
Autorenporträt
Amy Steedman (1867-1958) was a British author who made significant contributions to children's literature. Her writing assists people in connecting with and understanding one another. She was particularly interested in penning biographies and stories about great historical persons and their accomplishments for young readers. "Knights of Art: Stories of the Italian Painters," is one of her most noteworthy works. Steedman's efforts to make art and art history accessible to youngsters are reflected in this book. "Knights of Art" examines the lives and works of prominent Italian painters, including Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, and Titian. It explores their stories and sheds light on Italy's Renaissance period, a time of great artistic innovation and ingenuity. The literary style of Amy Steedman in "Knights of Art" is intended to captivate young readers and help them comprehend the beauty and relevance of art. Her books have been praised for their ability to make complex themes understandable to youngsters and for nurturing an early interest in art and history.