Light

by Jane Breskin Zalben

Hardcover, 2007

Status

Available

Call number

Y 222.11 ZAL

Genres

Collections

YOUTH COLLECTION, 22X Bible, Youth-Elementary

Publication

Dutton Juvenile (2007), Edition: 1st, 40 pages

Description

A retelling of the midrash about the creation of light.

User reviews

LibraryThing member susan.suihkonen
This traditional Jewish creation myth gives a beautiful depiction of the purpose of life, to seek out the light in the world and unite all people, bringing peace on earth.

Subjects

Creation Folklore
Folklore
Jews Folklore

Awards

Sydney Taylor Book Award (Winner — 2008)

Language

English

Original language

English

Physical description

40 p.; 8.6 inches

ISBN

0525478272 / 9780525478270

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