Jørn's Magnificent Imagination

Written by Coral Vass · Illustrated by Nicky Johnston

Discover the inspiration behind the iconic Sydney Opera House.

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32 pages· 520L

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Bookroo's summary

Follow Jørn Utzon's journey from a curious child to the visionary architect of the Sydney Opera House. As he draws inspiration from the world around him, his imagination knows no bounds. What sparked the design of this iconic landmark? Dive into a tale of dreams, creativity, and the limitless power of new ideas. This beautifully illustrated story encourages young readers to embrace their imagination and believe in their potential. Will Jørn's magnificent vision come to life? Uncover the mystery and magic behind one of the world's most recognizable buildings.

From the publisher

Celebrating new ideas that can make a world of difference, Jørn’s Magnificent Imagination is the true story of Jørn Utzon, the architect of the world-renowned Sydney Opera House. In this gorgeously illustrated book, we follow Jørn through his life as he discovers his love of building and creating, gathering ideas from everything around himself. Along the way, young readers will be reminded of the importance of taking the time to dream and create, and of the incredible power of the imagination.

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