Leonardo and the Flying Boy by Laurence Anholt (English) Paperback Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Leonardo and the Flying Boy by Laurence Anholt Anything is possible in the studio of Leonardo da Vinci - painter, sculptor, musician and scientist. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Part of the highly-successful Anholts Artists series about great painters, which tells the stories of real meetings between world-famous artists and the children who knew them. Zoro is the young pupil of the amazing painter, sculptor, scientist and inventor, Leonardo da Vinci. Every day he works hard in Leonardos workshop, mixing colours, cleaning paintbrushes and practising his drawings. But he is never allowed inside the secret locked room, where Leonardo spends hours hammering and sawing at a mysterious invention. One day Leonardo brings a mischievous boy named Salai to work for him. He is so intrigued by the secret room that he steals the keys to find out what is inside... Leonardo and the Flying Boy provides an exciting introduction to the great genius of the Italian Renaissance, with reproductions of Leonardos own work. Author Biography Laurence Anholt is part of a husband-and-wife team who have worked together on more than 60 picture books, published all over the world in more than 17 different languages. Their picture books - including the Chimp and Zee series - have won numerous awards and have been featured on television and radio. Laurence has been described by William Watt as one of the most versatile authors writing for children today. He was brought up mainly in Holland where he developed a lasting passion for art. He is a much sought after public speaker, appearing at conferences such as the European Council of International Schools Conference, the Northern Childrens Book Festival and the Edinburgh Festival. Review "This book encourages children to understand that human beings can have a creative vision and reach out to change things... An inspirational book." * Books for Keeps *"As well as providing a slice of art history, this book also celebrates the intellect and love of learning and reminds us that the world needs eccentrics." * School Librarian *"... A lyrical text and stunning pictures by Laurence Anholt (together with some equally stunning illustrations by Leonardo himself). In all an entertaining introduction to the genius of Leonardo Da Vinci" * Carousel * Long Description Anything is possible in the studio of Leonardo da Vinci - painter, sculptor, musician and scientist. Part of the highly-successful Anholts Artists series about great painters, which tells the stories of real meetings between world-famous artists and the children who knew them. Zoro is the young pupil of the amazing painter, sculptor, scientist and inventor, Leonardo da Vinci. Every day he works hard in Leonardos workshop, mixing colours, cleaning paintbrushes and practising his drawings. But he is never allowed inside the secret locked room, where Leonardo spends hours hammering and sawing at a mysterious invention. One day Leonardo brings a mischievous boy named Salai to work for him. He is so intrigued by the secret room that he steals the keys to find out what is inside... Leonardo and the Flying Boy provides an exciting introduction to the great genius of the Italian Renaissance, with reproductions of Leonardos own work. Review Text This book encourages children to understand that human beings can have a creative vision and reach out to change things ... an inspirational book Review Quote "This book encourages children to understand that human beings can have a creative vision and reach out to change things... An inspirational book." Description for Sales People * Over one million copies sold worldwide of this classic series introducing children to art * Reissued with a fresh new cover design * Based on a true story * With reproductions of paintings and biographical page * "If you believe in the power of picture books to hook children both on stories and on art, then Laurence Anholts series on the great artists is for you." - Details ISBN1847808166 Author Laurence Anholt Pages 32 Series Anholts Artists Year 2016 Illustrator Laurence Anholt ISBN-10 1847808166 ISBN-13 9781847808165 Format Paperback Publication Date 2016-04-07 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Media Book Replaces 9780711221321 DEWEY 759.5 Language English UK Release Date 2016-04-07 AU Release Date 2016-04-07 Audience Age 5-8 Audience Children / Juvenile Publisher Quarto Publishing PLC Imprint Frances Lincoln Childrens Books NZ Release Date 2016-04-06 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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