Nicanor's Gate

By: Eric A. Kimmel, Alida Massari (Illustrator)

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Hardcover | 1 August 2020

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Hardcover
24 Pages

Age
6+

Grade
1 - 2

Dimensions(cm)
97.5 x 9.75 x 1.27

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Set in biblical times, the story of Nicanor's Gate one of the entrances to the Temple in Jerusalem shows how a man's faith is important to living a happy, fulfilled life. Nicanor, a wealthy merchant from Alexandria, is thrilled when King Herod calls on him to assist in rebuilding the ruined Temple in Jerusalem. Nicanor orders massive, beautifully intricate doors to be built, especially for the Eastern Gate of the Temple, but disaster strikes while the gates are being shipped from Alexandria to Jerusalem.

To escape sinking, the ship must reduce its load, and one of the doors is pushed into the sea. But a miracle happens: the heavy door surfaces, is recovered from the sea, and installed as an entrance to the Temple area.

About the Author

Eric A. Kimmel has been writing for children for more than 40 years. His more than 100 titles include such classics as Anansi and the Moss-Covered Rock and The Chanukkah Guest. He lives in Portland, Oregon.

About the Illustrator

Alida Massari is an Italian artist specializing in illustration for children. Born in Rome where she studied illustration at the European Institute of Design, she finds inspiration for her work from folk traditions and ancient art. She has illustrated many books, collaborating with Italian, English, German, and American publishers. She lives in Rome, Italy.

Industry Reviews

" Eric Kimmel has penned a new, more accessible version of this wonderful, ancient Talmudic tale with lush, radiant full-color, full spread illustrations in earth tones, blues, and pinks by Alida Massari" -- Rachel Kamin, Sydney Taylor Shmooze Blog

-- (10/6/2020 12:00:00 AM)

"This story will take away, and immediately restore, readers' belief in miracles." -- Kirkus Reviews

-- (6/9/2020 12:00:00 AM)

"This superb sto-ry is wor-thy of being read, shared, and reread often." -- Michal Hoschander Malen, Jewish Book Council

-- (11/9/2020 12:00:00 AM)

"Whether as folktale, Talmudic retelling, or a preschool course in miracles, this book will find a home in many school and public collections." -- Amy Lilien-Harper, Wilton Lib., CT, SLJ

-- (7/1/2020 12:00:00 AM)

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