In the Heart of the Village
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A fascinating look at the social, spiritual, and ecological significance of the banyan tree in the life of an Indian village. . . . A harmonius story, written out in calligraphy and warmly, colorfully illustrated. –Kirkus Reviews, pointer reviews At once a work of inspired botanical lore and a portrait of the ageless rhythms of the subcontinent. –Smithsonian, Notable Book for Children The exotic banyan tree teems with life through the day and night, and captivated readers are drawn into the wonderland. –American Bookseller, Pick of the Lists Luminous. –Booklist
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Barbara Bash, author-illustrator of six award-winning titles for Sierra Club Books for Children, has worked for many years as a calligrapher, illustrator, and teacher of book arts and botanical drawing. She lives in upstate New York.
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Book Details
- ISBN
- 9781578050802
- Publication Date
- March 4, 2002
- Publisher
- Sierra Club Books For Children
- Original Publication Date
- September 1, 1996
- Page Count
- 32
- Audience
- Picture
- Reading Age
- 8 - 11 years
- Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
- 95051345
- WorldCat Number (OCLC)
- 49588877
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