The Story of the Nile (Hardcover)

~ Anne Millard (Author), (Illustrator)

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3-6-This oversized picture book takes readers on a journey along the Nile River, showing how people have lived along its banks at various points throughout history. A useful map accompanied by a brief introduction explains the types of terrain along the way and prepares readers for their tour. The first spread shows the early exploration of the river in the mid 1800s at its source-the Ripon Falls, and subsequent spreads are devoted to sites along its 4350-mile path to the Mediterranean Sea. Readers are introduced to the Sudd swampland in A.D. 62, Khartoum circa 1840, Abu Simbel in the present day, and the funeral of King Khufu at Giza in 2500 B.C. Students are encouraged to study the detailed, extensive pictures to find a pelican as well as other items, described in the text bordering each page. The use of colorful adjectives in the short paragraph on each spread creates word pictures; and what isn't written is depicted through the large, comprehensive drawings that portray the hustle and bustle of life and civilization along the Nile. Animals, people, and significant items are labeled. While this handsome book will be of minimal use for report writers, recreational readers will spend hours poring over it.
Susan Shaver, Hemingford Public Schools, NE
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Product Description

Take a stunning pictorial journey down the River Nile, from its source to the sea, in The Story of the Nile. See the people who settled along the river and how they live, from the Ugandan villagers by Lake Victoria to the dwellers in the Sudd, the Nubian civilization to the Egyptian fellaheen. Steve Noon's detailed illustrations truly capture the atmosphere of the fascinating world of one of humanity's most important ancient cultures.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: DK CHILDREN; 1st edition (October 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789498715
• ISBN-13: 978-0789498717
• Product Dimensions: 13.8 x 10.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #344,934 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for children and adults alike, November 15, 2006

By	J. Ross - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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My children greatly enjoy all the books in this series, and while Anne Millard does a great job with the facts it is the art of Steve Noon that really makes these books phenomenal. Easily understood information that is very interesting appears on each page, and with characters you can follow throughout the book you can spend a long time searching for them -- which allows you to really appreciate all the other historically accurate mini-scenes that play out all over. I will admit that I have been known to look through these books even when my children aren't around. This book, and all the others in this series, should be enjoyable for all children of all ages. Even those who aren't old enough to read will still love the pictures and learn something. Older children learn quite a bit, and keep coming back to the book because there is always something new to find. I highly recommend this book, and encourage any parent to add all of them to their collection

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, July 15, 2007

By	Dianne S (Raleigh, NC United States) - See all my reviews

This book is truly exceptional. The illustrations are beautiful and very detailed. My son studies this book for hours. Highly recommended!