Simeon's Gift

Written by Julie Andrews Edwards and Emma Walton Hamilton · Illustrated by Gennady Spirin

A musician's quest for knowledge risks everything, leading to a profound self-discovery and a wondrous gift.

4.3/7 Bookroo expert·3.8/5 Goodreads · 116 ratings

40 pages· 1,724 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud· ~930L

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Bookroo's summary

Simeon, a humble musician, embarks on a quest to enhance his craft, risking his love and everything he holds dear. Overwhelmed by the vastness of new sounds and ideas, he returns home disheartened. In solitude, nature reveals a series of wondrous events, guiding him to discover his true self and a glorious gift. This magical tale explores beauty, music, and the power of giving, leaving readers to ponder the true essence of fulfillment and creativity. Will Simeon find what he truly seeks, or lose everything in the process?

From the publisher

CD included with a reading by Julie Andrews EdwardsIn a faraway time and place, a humble musician named Simeon sets out on a quest. Thirsting for knowledge and eager to improve his craft, he risks losing all that is important to him, including the love of his beautiful Sorrel.The journey brings many discoveries, and though he tries hard to absorb the vast new tapestry of sounds and ideas before him, the scope of choices eventually becomes overwhelming.Dispirited, he turns for home – and alone in the grace of nature, he experiences a series of wondrous events that lead him to the discovery of his own true self, and the glorious gift he has to offer.Julie Andrews Edwards and Emma Walton Hamilton – with stunning illustrations from Gennady Spirin – weave a magical tale with a timeless lesson about beauty, music, and the power of giving.

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