Androcles and the Lion

by Dennis Nolan

Androcles, a runaway slave, is befriended by a lion when he removes a huge thorn from its paw. For years the two live to-gether in the desert, until soldiers capture Androcles and are ordered to throw... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0152033556
• ISBN13: 9780152033552
• Release Date: October 1997
• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.8" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 6 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 4

Customer Reviews

A tale of overcomng fear which is sure to stir up your imagination...

Vividly realistic illustrations beckon you to read the story within. A story which has survived the ages... Androcles and the Lion is an ancient story of a runaway slave who befriends a lion by showing courage and compassion. In return, the lion demonstrates loyalty and thankfulness. The true-to-life drawings are sure to convince readers that this story really did happen.

Androcles and The Lion is thought-provoking

Dennis Nolan's sepia-tone illustrations & retelling of Apion's story is all about overcoming fear, from both a life as a slave & as supper for a lion. A great favorite of mine since childhood, made me think about slavery, aiding wounded animals & testing my courage. A though-provoking read, fodder for lots of questions. For my full review do check out [my website].