The Palace of Stars

By Patricia Lakin

Book Overview

After many Saturday outings at the expense of Great Uncle Max, Amanda takes him for a surprise treat to what she calls the palace of stars.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0688111769
• ISBN13: 9780688111762
• Release Date: January 1993
• Publisher: Tambourine
• Length: 1 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.5" x 0.5" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 4 years and up
• Grade Range: Preschool and higher

Customer Reviews

Sweet nostalgia

As a member of Theatre Historical Society of America, and the director of an historic theater restoration project, I know that children are endlessly fascinated by the vintage movie palaces. Too few are left, and this book celebrates the glory, beauty, and magic that one little girl sees each time she goes to The Palace of Stars. Now, surely Great-Uncle Max has seen these opulent movie theaters many times in his life. But Amanda believes that she is sharing something new and special with her beloved uncle. And i bet Uncle Max sees the movie theater through a whole new set of eyes, as Amanda tells him of this magical place. Patricia Lakin's story is simple yet elegant. Kimberly Bulcken Root's illustrations are rich and very detailed. The story would not have come to life so vividly with out them.How sad that too few children today have the opportunity to experience the wonder of an opulent movie theater. Unfortunately, the book is out of print, and only available used. But if you are a lover of these magnificent old theaters and all they represent, you would do well to get yourself a copy. The simple story speaks to an era we have all but lost. Read it to a child and then, if you are lucky enough to have one nearby, visit a vintage movie theater. Tell a child about the wonderful way people used to "go to the movies". Then, do something to help in the restoration or preservation efforts!Thank you Patricia Lakin & Kimberly Bulcken Root for this delightful and charming book!