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Charlesbridge Publishing, 2011-01-02

Pippo the Fool

Pippo the Fool

Junior Library Guild Selection

Tracey E Fern, Author

Pau Estrada, Illustrator

Paperback

9781570917936

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The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence was a marvel of art, architecture, and engineering. But it lacked a finishing ornament, a crown—a dome! This book tells the story of architect Filippo Brunelleschi and the construction of his masterpiece.

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In Pippo the Fool, readers are invited into a whimsical world where a lovable, misunderstood character discovers the power of kindness, humility, and self-awareness. As Pippo learns to embrace his unique qualities, the story imparts valuable lessons about generosity and the beauty of self-discovery, making it an ideal read for young hearts navigating the complexities of identity and friendship.

Keywords and Themes: Acceptance • Art • Compassion • Friendship • Generosity • Growth • Honesty • Humility • Integrity • Juvenile Fiction • Kindness • Self-Discovery

Readability • 4.2

Age Range • 5-8

Pages • 48

Subjects • Brunelleschi • Filippo • Santa Maria del Fiore (Cathedral: Florence • I • Florence (Italy) • History • 1421-1737 • Italy • 1492-1559 • Historical fiction • Children's stories

Categories • Juvenile Fiction | Art

Was Pippo the Fool really Pippo the Genius?

The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence was a marvel of art, architecture, and engineering. But it lacked a finishing ornament, a crown--a dome! The city fathers had a solution: to invite the finest masters to compete for the chance to design a dome. The rumors of this contest reached the ears of Filippo Brunelleschi, better known in Florence as Pippo the Fool. As soon as he heard about the contest, Pippo knew it was the chance he had been waiting for. "If I can win the contest, I will finally lose that nickname once and for all!"

This book tells the story of the construction of an architectural masterpiece--Brunelleschi's Dome. Tracey E. Fern depicts Pippo's prickly personality with humor and warmth, and Pau Estrada's richly detailed illustrations bring Renaissance Florence to life. An excellent way to introduce kids to an important moment in Western engineering and history.

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