Prince of Fire

The Story of Diwali

Jatinder Verma, Nilesh Mistry

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Barefoot Books Ltd
01 November 2016

Series: ZCUHIN

Who can defeat the demon king of Lanka and return light to the world? Only Rama, the Prince of Fire, and his friends can save the day in this gripping illustrated chapter book. A faithful but fresh adaptation of the Ramayana, India's unforgettable epic, Prince of Fire is both the perfect introduction to and retelling of the story of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights. From cover to cover, nonstop action, courageous heroes and a dastardly villain will keep boys and girls alike on the edge of their seats.

AGES: 8 to 11

SELLING POINTS: .

Adventure Stories for Young Readers: The familiar chapter book format and fast-paced plot make this age-old story relevant and engaging for children. .

Learn about Diwali: Families who celebrate Diwali will appreciate this inspiring retelling of a tale from their culture, while children who do not celebrate Diwali will discover a festival that's important to many people around the world. .

Helpful front and end matter: A character guide with pronunciations and explanation of the Festival of Diwali enhance reader accessibility and comprehension.

By: Jatinder Verma
Illustrated by: Nilesh Mistry
Imprint: Barefoot Books Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 207mm, Width: 142mm, Spine: 5mm
Weight: 157g
ISBN: 9781782853077
ISBN 10: 1782853073
Series: ZCUHIN
Pages: 64
Publication Date: 01 November 2016
Recommended Age: From 8 to 11 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Unspecified

Jatinder Verma was born in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania and raised in Nairobi, Kenya. At the age of 14, he moved with his family to the UK as part of the Kenyan Exodus. An acclaimed playwright, Jatinder is Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Tara Arts, the first Asian Theatre Company in the UK.

Reviews for Prince of Fire: The Story of Diwali

"""One of the world's essential texts, presented in an accessible manner"" — Kirkus Reviews ""Readers will enjoy the larger-than-life characters, heroic adventures, and sparkling illustrations in this story of good versus evil"" — Booklist"