Revue de presse :
'This is the first retelling for children of a complex twelfth-century Sufi allegorical poem, 'Haft Paykar' by Nizami, in which seven princesses teach the Shah how to be a just ruler. It is a daring publication, for the original is scarcely known in the west, and the mystical system of colours and numbers that informs it is hard to grasp, even with Tarnowska's clear explanation. But in the end the risk is one well worth taking, for the publisher and for the reader, for beyond the strangeness of the material is the simple truth that a well-told story will always transcend its author's good intentions. Both Shah Bahram and ourselves may be being lectured by the seven wise princesses, but it doesn't feel like it: instead, we are traveling with him to such magical destinations as the City of the Stupified, ready to be enthralled by a beautiful but unobtainable queen.' --Books for Keeps
Biographie de l'auteur :
Wafa Tarnowska was born and raised in Lebanon. She has subsequently lived in Australia, Cyprus, England, India and Poland and is currently based in Dubai. A political journalist and radio broadcaster, Wafa' regards her work as a valuable bridge between East and West, helping to break down stereotypical perceptions. She is also the author of Dances with the Gods (Rimal Publications, 1997). Nilesh Mistry was born in Bombay and moved to London in 1975. Inspired by the example of his great uncle, a professional illustrator, Nilesh realised at an early age that it was possible to spend his life painting! He studied illustration at Harrow School of Art and Central St Martin's School of Art, then went to work in animation before becoming a freelance illustrator.
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