The Shipwrecked Sailor: An Egyptian Tale with Hieroglyphs.The Shipwrecked Sailor: An Egyptian Tale with Hieroglyphs by Tamara Bower Anatheum Books for Young Readers, July 2000, $17.00 ISBN ISBN abbr. International Standard Book Number ISBN International Standard Book Number ISBN n abbr (= International Standard Book Number) → ISBN m 0-689-83046-7, Ages 7 and up This beautiful story is based on a papyrus scroll of hieroglyphs dating back to the 19th century B.C. in Egypt. Bower tells the tale of a brave sea voyage bound for the gold of Nubia, in southern Egypt. On the way, a great windstorm wind·storm n. A storm with high winds or violent gusts but little or no rain. windstorm A storm with high winds or violent gusts but little or no rain. causes a shipwreck shipwreck, complete or partial destruction of a vessel as a result of collision, fire, grounding, storm, explosion, or other mishap. In the ancient world sea travel was hazardous, but in modern times the number of shipwrecks due to nonhostile causes has steadily and a lone sailor is found on the "Island of the Soul." Universal themes and values are represented in the form of ancient symbology sym·bol·o·gy n. 1. The study or interpretation of symbols or symbolism. 2. The use of symbols. symbology 1. the study and interpretation of symbols. Also called symbolism. . Bower's lush illustrations possess deep, vibrant colors and are depicted in Egyptian style. Key phrases from the tale are eloquently highlighted on page borders with their literal translations from the large, majestically drawn hieroglyphs. The sailor's story is wonderfully enhanced with a map, notes about the story, a special section with clear explanations of the Egyptian symbols used and revealing discussions about the hieroglyphs. It is refreshing to read a Nubian tale and see the brown people of Egypt in their true dark hues. This excellent read is a must for school and public libraries, and a great gift for inquisitive children. Malikah Dada Lumumba is the Library Media Specialist at Franko Magnet Middle School in Mount Vernon Mount Vernon, estate, United States Mount Vernon, NE Va., overlooking the Potomac River near Alexandria, S of Washington, D.C.; home of George Washington from 1747 until his death in 1799. , NE. |
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