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Mulberry Books (1998), 38 pages
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Retells the story of Esther, the queen who risked the wrath of a king to save her people from destruction, and whose courage and wisdom are celebrated during the feast of Purim.
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LibraryThing member STBA
Almost twenty-five centuries ago, a shy orphan girl was unexpectedly chosen as queen of Persia. Blessed with majesty and humanity, she risked the wrath of a king to save her people.
LibraryThing member jewelryladypam
A great rendition of Esther's story - very informative and entertaining. A great supplement to my Book Of Esther bible study, as a nice straightforward overview.
LibraryThing member raizel
Beautiful illustrations in the style of Persian miniatures. A retelling of the story of Queen Esther from her point of view. Too long for a story time for very young children, but if they know the story, then, in honor of the topsy-turviness of Purim, have them tell you the story based on the
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Awards
Sydney Taylor Book Award (Winner — 1996)
Aesop Prize (Accolade — 1997)
Language
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English
Original publication date
1996
Other editions
Esther's Story (copy 1) by Diane Wolkstein (Paperback)
Esther's Story (copy 2) by Diane Wolkstein (Paperback)
Esther's Story (copy 3) by Diane Wolkstein (Paperback)