Publication

1991 - Kids Can Press, Toronto, Ontario

Language

English

Word Count

16,000 words, Guess

Page Count

64 pages

Identifiers

  • ISBN-101550740431
  • ISBN-139781550740431
  • Open LibraryOL16200262M

Classifications

  • DDC780.8

Description

Since its first performance on Christmas Eve, 1951, *Amahl and the Night Visitors* has taken its place with A Christmas Carol as a holiday classic. Performed on every continent and in many languages, it has been seen by more people than any other opera in history. The story tells of the night the Three Kings, following the star to Bethlehem, stop for shelter at the home of Amahl, a poor, crippled shepherd boy who lives with his widowed mother. Inspired by the Wise Men's tale of a kingdom "built on love alone," Amahl offers his own simple gift to the Christ Child. And then a miracle happens. In this warm and compassionate story, Gian Carlo Menotti has captured the essential spirit of Christmas. At its premiere, The New York Times called Amahl "rare art. . . tender and exquisite." Now brought to life in glowing watercolors, Amahl and the Night Visitors is a feast for the eyes and heart, one readers of all ages will want to return to again and again.

Description

Relates how a crippled young shepherd comes to accompany the three Kings on their way to pay homage to the newborn Jesus.

Subjects

Genres

  • Juvenile fiction

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  • Amahl and the night visitorsKids Can Press1991-01-01
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