{"product_id":"9789380340180","title":"The Enduring Ark","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"The book’s innovative accordion design illustrated in the Bengal Patua style of scroll painting is just one of the sumptuous design elements that distinguish it as a remarkable offering. . . A gorgeous re-envisioning of an old, old story.\" — \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews \u003c\/i\u003e Starred Review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This striking version is illustrated by Joydeb Chitrakar in a Bengali style of scroll painting—with rich colors, strong black lines.\" — \u003ci\u003eThe Wall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The stunning illustrations—which really constitute one continual image—reflect an openhearted, instantly accessible folk art aesthetic . . . a glorious example of storytelling’s universality.\"— \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly \u003c\/i\u003e Starred Review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An arresting first image—God’s huge, baleful eye—is the visual source of all that follows. . . provocative\" — \u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This beautifully designed and intelligently produced retelling of the flood expands the bounds of bookmaking.\" — \u003ci\u003eShelf Awareness\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this Indian version of the Biblical tale, talented Bengali Patua scroll painter Joydeb Chitrakar leads the reader from a deluge of water to a rainbow of hope. A book that can be leafed through in the traditional way or unfolded out as an accordion, the vibrant illustrations and concise text provide a singular approach to an ancient, universal story. Suitable for children ages 6+.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUS Grade Level Equivalent: 3, US Guided Reading Level: O\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tara Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47066079559920,"sku":"9789380340180","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9789380340180_p0.jpg?v=1763674670","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9789380340180","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}