{"product_id":"the-kitchen-knight-isbn-9780823410637","title":"The Kitchen Knight","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe creators of the Caldecott Medal book, \u003ci\u003eSaint George and the Dragon, \u003c\/i\u003etell the Arthurian tale of Sir Gareth of Orkney's first adventure.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e The Knights of the Round Table were in their glory. When an unknown stranger visits the castle   and asks Kin Arthur's favor, he is allowed to serve in the kitchen for his   meat and bread. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLittle does anyone suspect that he is of  noble  blood and will soon be knighted by the famous Sir Lancelot. Lush illustrations bring the reader into the book, as Sir Gareth meets adventures and battles to free a princess from the fearsome Red  Knight  of the Plain. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Based on an excerpt from Sir Thomas Malory's \u003ci\u003eLe Morte D'Arthur \u003c\/i\u003eand   in consultation with both the famous Caxton and Winchester texts, this   enduring story of gallant knights in armor, epic battles, and quests fulfilled has broad appeal for young adventurers.\"In a style similar to that of Hodges's and Hyman's \u003ci\u003eSt. George and the  Dragon\u003c\/i\u003e (Caldecott Medal, 1985), here's a story based on the first part  of \"The Tale of Sir Gareth of Orkney\" as related by Malory--with the  help of the new Winchester text published In 1954. Retold with clarity,  vigor, and respect for its courtly source, it's a satisfying Arthurian  tale of a knightly quest undertaken by a young man whose mettle and  noble birth are revealed along the way. With her unique ability to  interpret and extend a text, Hyman continues to be an illustrator par  excellence: these illustrations have her usual narrative power, incisive  characterizations, and beguiling settings....a grand tale in a handsome edition.\" —\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"The dramatic sweep of Hyman's lusty paintings, with their rich details  and colors, is enhanced by the occasional placement of a small portrait  within a large double-page spread, allowing the viewer to see both the  central drama and a reaction shot (for example, the battle and the  prisoner watching from her tower). In addition, Hyman uses a less  defined line than usual to create a more impressionistic effect. A  beautifully illustrated medieval story that concludes with a fascinating  source note.\" —\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMargaret Hodges (1911-2005) was a distinguished children's book writer particularly known for her retelling of traditional folk tales. Her past titles include Saint George and the Dragon, The True Tale of Johnny Appleseed, and Up the Chimney. Her title Merlin and the Making of the King received many starred reviews.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the most distinguished and celebrated illustrators of her generation, Trina Schart Hyman (1939-2004) was awarded the Caldecott Medal for St. George and the Dragon, retold by Margaret Hodges, and Caldecott Honors for A Child's Calendar, by John Updike, Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins, and Little Red Riding Hood. Born in Philadelphia, she lived most of her life in New Hampshire.","brand":"Holiday House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303928811749,"sku":"NP9780823410637","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780823410637.jpg?v=1767740071","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-kitchen-knight-isbn-9780823410637","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}