Author(s): Francisco Serrano,Trudy Balch,Pablo Serrano
Format: Hardback
No. of Pages: 48
Publisher: GROUNDWOOD BOOKS
Language: English
Date Published: 2007-03-28
Dimensions: 213.4 x 271.8 x 10.2mm
Publication City/Country: Toronto, Canada, Canada
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Illustrations: Illustrations, unspecified

One of ancient Mexico s most remarkable rulers, Nezahualcoyotl was a brilliant poet, architect, and engineer. After reclaiming the throne stolen by his murderous uncle, the Poet King became a great ruler who built palaces, libraries, aqueducts, and gardens. Though he endured many tragedies, his poetry brought him comfort and secured his reputation as a literary master. Nezahualcoyotl s amazing life and achievements are related here in a unique combination of biography and poetry. Though written at a child s level, this beautifully crafted and lushly illustrated story thrills and informs readers of all ages."