The Story of the Sun, Moon, and Stars
- 414 páginas
- 15 horas de lectura
Agnes Giberne fue una prolífica autora inglesa cuyas obras combinaron hábilmente temas morales y religiosos para niños con exploraciones accesibles de la astronomía. Su enfoque narrativo fue didáctico pero atractivo, haciendo que los temas complejos fueran comprensibles y despertando la curiosidad en los jóvenes lectores. Como astrónoma aficionada y miembro fundador de la British Astronomical Association, Giberne tradujo su pasión por el cosmos en obras ilustradas populares, haciendo que las maravillas celestiales fueran accesibles para una amplia audiencia. Su importante cuerpo de trabajo, producido principalmente antes de 1910, tendió un puente entre el contenido educativo y la narración cautivadora.






In this enchanting tale, Giberne transports readers to medieval England, where we meet young Valentine Brice and his friend Vivian Grey. Together, they embark on a quest to rescue a lady in distress, encountering knights, castles, and other adventures along the way. Giberne's attention to historical detail and her vivid characters make this a delightful read for all ages.
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