A long time ago in the Holy Land lived a scruffy
little donkey who hated hard work. Then he met gentle, kind Mary, and
his world changed forever. When Mary and Joseph have to travel the long
journey to Bethlehem, who can they rely on to get them there safely?
This
is a unique version of the traditional nativity story, told from the
child-friendly perspective of the little donkey, who grows in
self-confidence as Mary and Joseph place their trust in him. The story
ends with the wonder of the birth of Jesus, and the little donkey’s
promise to continue looking after his new family.
Adapted for
younger children from Gunhild Sehlin’s classic chapter book, this
Christmas story is sumptuously illustrated by Hélène Muller, with
marvelous details of the Holy Land.
32 pp.
11 1/4" x 9"
Illustrations: Color
Floris Books
Hardcover
Published: September 2016