num_pages: 80
description: Tales of jealousy and just desserts, the wise and the wicked, slyness and silliness--all weave a brilliant tapestry of magic and merriment in this timeless collection of Italian folktales. Each tale imparts a moral in a humorous and highly original manner, and each is brought to life with lavish illustrations that convey the rich heritage of Italian culture. Full color.
language: English
title: The Thread of Life: Twelve Old Italian Tales
titlecomplete: The Thread of Life: Twelve Old Italian Tales
genres: Childrens, Picture Books, Fairy Tales
ratings_count: 36
publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers