“We are given a most worthy hero in Ranofer, one who struggles with his own fears and ideals, who smarts under his own cowardice, but who finds the power to rise to his own strength…An excellent choice.” Kirkus Reviews
Description
A Newbery Honor winner!
Ranofer wants only one thing in the world: to be a master goldsmith like his beloved father was. But how can he when he is all but imprisoned by his evil half brother, Gebu? Ranofer knows the only way he can escape Gebu’s abuse is by changing his destiny. But can a poor boy with no skills survive on the cutthroat streets of ancient Thebes? Then Ranofer finds a priceless golden goblet in Gebu’s room and he knows his luck−and his destiny−are about to change.
Praise
“We are given a most worthy hero in Ranofer, one who struggles with his own fears and ideals, who smarts under his own cowardice, but who finds the power to rise to his own strength…An excellent choice.” Kirkus Reviews
Details
| Language | English |
|---|---|
| Release Day | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Release Date | August 1, 2012 |
| Release Date Machine | 1343779200 |
| Imprint | Blackstone Publishing |
| Provider | Blackstone Publishing |
| Categories | Children's Books, Growing Up & Facts of Life, History, Children/YA, Children 8-12, Fiction - All, Fiction - Child |
Author Bio
Eloise Jarvis McGraw (1915–2000) was a writer for more than fifty years and was the author of more than twenty children’s books. She has won many honors and awards for her books, including the Newbery Honor for her books Moccasin Trail, The Golden Goblet, and The Moorchild.
Narrator Bio
Charles Carroll is an actor and voice-over artist residing in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. He is an avid film buff and stays active in the local film community.
Overview
A Newbery Honor winner!
Ranofer wants only one thing in the world: to be a master goldsmith like his beloved father was. But how can he when he is all but imprisoned by his evil half brother, Gebu? Ranofer knows the only way he can escape Gebu’s abuse is by changing his destiny. But can a poor boy with no skills survive on the cutthroat streets of ancient Thebes? Then Ranofer finds a priceless golden goblet in Gebu’s room and he knows his luck−and his destiny−are about to change.
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