Quentin Blake’s The Seven Voyages of Sinbad the Sailor

Quentin Blake’s The Seven Voyages of Sinbad the Sailor

The first adventure story, wonderfully illustrated by Quentin Blake. Seven wonderful tales to enthrall readers (and the read-to!). A beautifully produced gift book. A follow-up to 2008’s A Christmas Carol. Seven wonderful voyages of adventure, shipwreck and heroism, danger and disaster, fabulous treasures and terrifying monsters. Originally part of the Arabian Nights stories, the adventures of Sinbad are among the first adventure stores created to thrill audiences. ‘The son of a rich merchant, Sinbad spends his time squandering his wealth until he realises that he must make better use of his fortune. So with a ship full of valuable goods to trade, he sets sail from Baghdad on a series of voyages full of peril, monsters and fortune. THE ILLUSTRATOR Quentin Blake is simply today’s most popular and best-loved children’s illustrator. His books are loved by children all over the world. His titles include Mr Magnolia, Mrs Armitage and, of course, the many stories of Roald Dahl.

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John Yeoman, John Yeoman, Quentin Blake – Pavilion Children’s Books