Marguerite Makes a Book

Written by Bruce Robertson

A young girl races against time to complete a noble's manuscript in 15th-century Paris.

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44 pages

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In 15th-century Paris, young Marguerite assists her father in crafting illuminated manuscripts for the nobility. With a looming deadline for Lady Isabelle's book of hours, Marguerite embarks on a quest across the city, gathering materials to help her father. As she navigates the bustling streets, the pressure mounts—will she complete the masterpiece in time for the name day celebration? This richly illustrated tale captures the vibrant world of medieval artistry and the determination of a spirited girl stepping into her father's shoes. Discover if Marguerite's efforts will bring joy to her family and their esteemed patron.

From the publisher

The spirited adventure of a young Parisian girl in the fifteenth century who learns the art of illuminating manuscripts from her father.This delightful book, brought to life by the finely detailed, evocative art of a renowned children’s artists, was inspired by an illuminated manuscript in the collection of the Getty Museum.Paris in the 1400s. A young girl named Marguerite delights in assisting her father, Jacques, in his craft: illuminating manuscripts for the nobility of France. His current commission is a splendid book of hours for his patron, Lady Isabelle, but will he be able to finish it in time for Lady Isabelle’s name day?In this richly illustrated tale, Marguerite comes to her father’s aid. She journeys all over Paris buying goose feathers for quills, eggs for mixing paints, dried plants and ground minerals for pigments. Then she expertly finishes the illumination of Lady Isabelle’s book, to the delight of her father and his patron.

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