Ancient Night – David Alvarez & David Bowles

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At the start of things, the elders say,
the universe was hushed and still.
The moon alone shone bright and round in the star-speckled dark of the sky.

David lvarez is one of the most extraordinary artists working today. His black-and-white illustrations have gained fame in his home country of Mexico and around the world.

Here, inAncient Night(Noche Antigua), David displays his immense talent with full-color illustrations for the first time.

Ancient Nightis a twist on two Nahuatl traditions: the rabbit which the Feathered Serpent placed on the moon, and Yaushu, the Lord Opossum who ruled the earth before humans came, and who stole fire from the gods to create the sun.

Award-winning author David Bowles has written a poetic text and carefully researched backmatter to accompany Davids lush illustrations and story. Published simultaneously in English and Spanish editions,Ancient Night offersyoung readers everywhere the chance to savor this ancient tale in its most beautiful format possible.

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