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The House of Wisdom
By Heide, Florence Parry & Gilliland, Judith Heide & GrandPré, Mary
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-78942-562-1
- Publisher
- New York : DK Ink, 1999.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on January 1, 2000
Gr 4-7 During the Dark Ages of Europe, the ruler of Baghdad built the House of Wisdom, a vast library to house a collection of books from around the world as well as a center for scholars. The authors tell the story of Ishaq, the son of an accomplished translator. Though a student himself, Ishaq doesn't "feel the fire" of reading and knowledge until he satisfies his restless dream to travel the world on an expedition to acquire books for the great library. On his return, he grows to recognize...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
