On Noah's Ark

Beloved children's author and illustrator Jan Brett beautifully captures the awe and wonder of the animal kingdom in her imaginative retelling of one of the most cherished and familiar biblical narratives. Brett relates the events of the great flood and life on the ark from the child's-eye perspective of Noah's granddaughter. The resourceful youngster devotes her time on board the vessel to caring for the needs of creatures both great and small—untangling necks and tails, wings and paws—and helping maintain peace inside the cramped quarters. Brett, who based the paintings in the book on the wildlife she saw on travels to Africa, once again creates a fusion of words and images that appeals to young and old alike. As fall arrives, this marvelous menagerie holds splendid gift-book potential for the upcoming holiday season.