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The Lady with the Books: A Story Inspired by the Remarkable Work of Jella Lepman

Anneliese and Peter will never be the same after the war that took their father's life. One day, while wandering the ruined streets of Munich, the children follow a line of people entering a building, thinking there may be free food inside. Instead, they are delighted to discover a great hall filled with children's books — more books than Anneliese can count. Here, they meet the lady with the books, who encourages the children to read as much as they want. And she invites them to come back the next day. Eventually, she will have a greater impact on the children's lives than they could ever have imagined.

This moving picture book, written by award-winning author Kathy Stinson, is based on the real-life work of Jella Lepman, founder of the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) and the International Youth Library. Lepman's collection of children's books from around the world traveled throughout Germany after World War II in the hope of building bridges of understanding between countries. Brought to life by highly acclaimed illustrator Marie Lafrance, this book carries an important message about international cooperation that still resonates with world events today. Plus, a portion of the author's royalties will be donated to IBBY's Children in Crisis Fund.

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Product Details

Recommended Age 6 - 9
Author Kathy Stinson
Illustrator Marie Lafrance
ISBN 1525301543
Publication Date Oct 6, 2020
Publisher Kids Can Press
Language English