Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A charming first edition/first printing in Fine condition, one page with short closed tear in Fine dust-jacket.

Jewish legend holds that 400 years ago the revered Rabbi Loew brought to life a giant man of clay - a golem - whose task was to vanguish those who persecuted the Jews of Prague. Retold from traditional sources and accompanied by cut-paper illustrations, Golem examines the consequences of unleashing power beyond human control. Winner of the 1997 Caldecott Medal Award; 8vo; [32] pages.

Price: $70.00