In the Heart of the Village
In the Heart of the Village

In the Heart of the Village

Written and illustrated by Barbara Bash
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8 - 11
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32
Page count
Mar 4, 2002
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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

      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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