Description
The Lion Storyteller Bible broke new ground in its presentation - both verbal and visual - of Bible stories. It has been immensely popular, with sales in the UK exceeding 130,000 copies and editions printed in more than 11 languages. Since The Lion Storyteller Bible was first published Bob Hartman has established an international reputation as a storyteller and writer. This new book integrates more than 20 new Bible story retellings with the 50 tried and tested originals. It also includes a useful appendix of Bob Hartman's hints and tips for storytelling. Newly commissioned illustrations throughout will capture as much warmth and appeal as those in the first edition.
Filled with the delightful storytelling of Bob Hartman, this collection of Bible stories is a treasure trove of memorable images, characters, and writing
About the Author
Bob Hartman is a professional storyteller and award-winning children's author of over seventy books. He was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but now lives in Wiltshire. He has been entertaining audiences on both sides of the Atlanticfor over 30years with his books and performances, which bring togetherretellings of Bible stories and traditional tales from around the worldwith his own imaginative stories. His books are full of humour and insight, whilst his storytelling sessionsare exciting, engaging, dynamic - and aboveall, interactive! The Lion Storyteller Bible is used in schools across the United Kingdom as part of a Bible projectcalled Open the Book, and is regularly performed for over 800,000 children in more than 3,000 primary schools. He is well known for his hugelypopular The Lion Storyteller collection, the Telling the Bible series, and the highly acclaimed picture books: The Wolf Who Cried Boy, Dinner in the Lions' Den and The Three Billy Goats' Stuff.
Reviews
Short, clear, lively retellings.' -- School Librarian
A good resource... The use of rhythm, repetition and humour gives the timeless stories fresh appeal. * RE Today *
These lively retellings are full of humour and drama. The strong rhythmic prose invites children to join in. -- Times Educational Supplement
Book Information
ISBN 9780745977829
Author Bob Hartman
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Lion Children's Books
Publisher SPCK Publishing
Filled with the delightful storytelling of Bob Hartman, this collection of Bible stories is a treasure trove of memorable images, characters, and writing
About the Author
Bob Hartman is a professional storyteller and award-winning children's author of over seventy books. He was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but now lives in Wiltshire. He has been entertaining audiences on both sides of the Atlanticfor over 30years with his books and performances, which bring togetherretellings of Bible stories and traditional tales from around the worldwith his own imaginative stories. His books are full of humour and insight, whilst his storytelling sessionsare exciting, engaging, dynamic - and aboveall, interactive! The Lion Storyteller Bible is used in schools across the United Kingdom as part of a Bible projectcalled Open the Book, and is regularly performed for over 800,000 children in more than 3,000 primary schools. He is well known for his hugelypopular The Lion Storyteller collection, the Telling the Bible series, and the highly acclaimed picture books: The Wolf Who Cried Boy, Dinner in the Lions' Den and The Three Billy Goats' Stuff.
Reviews
Short, clear, lively retellings.' -- School Librarian
A good resource... The use of rhythm, repetition and humour gives the timeless stories fresh appeal. * RE Today *
These lively retellings are full of humour and drama. The strong rhythmic prose invites children to join in. -- Times Educational Supplement
Book Information
ISBN 9780745977829
Author Bob Hartman
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Lion Children's Books
Publisher SPCK Publishing
