The Story of Queen Esther

The ancient story of Queen Esther has been told for generations as an example of wisdom and great personal courage. Her bravery is still commemorated each year in the Jewish festival of Purim. / Now this well-known story of the Jewish girl who became the queen of Persia and saved her people from death is retold for young readers. / Bold, colorful Persian-inspired illustrations bring new vibrancy to this old story, which will captivate and inspire its young audience.


About the Author
Koralek, Jenny: - Jenny Koralek has written many children's books, includingNight Ride to Nanna's (Candlewick), Mable'sStory (Olympic Marketing) and Message in aBottle (Lutterworth). A bookworm and music lover, Jennylives in north London.Holderness, Grizelda: - Grizelda Holderness has designed book covers for manypublishers, and her illustrations have appeared innumerous magazines. She has also illustrated thechildren's book When the World Began: Stories Collectedin Ethiopia by Elizabeth Laird. She lives in England.