Belle and Sébastien - Child of the Mountains
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
First translation into English of one of the most popular French children's classics of all times. Recently adapted for the screen
Cécile Aubry Book order
August 3, 1928 – July 19, 2010
Cécile Aubry transitioned from a captivating film actress, noted for her roles in acclaimed international cinema, to a beloved author. After her initial foray into Hollywood, she found enduring success in children's literature and television. Aubry's distinctive talent lay in crafting engaging narratives, particularly for young audiences, often centering on themes of adventure and the bond between children and animals. Her legacy is cemented by popular children's television series adapted from her literary works, which continue to enchant readers and viewers.
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First Traslation into English of one of the most popular French children classic of all times. Recently adapted for the screen. The son of a Gypsy woman, Sébastien is found as a newborn baby in the Alps and brought up by Guillaume and his grandchildren Angélina and Jean. Born on the same day, Belle is a beautiful white Pyrenean Mountain Dog who has been neglected and passed on from owner to owner, until one day she escapes from a kennel. When Sébastien rescues the runaway Belle from the wrath of the villagers, the boy and the dog form a lifelong friendship and embark on exciting adventures in the mountains. First published in 1965 to coincide with the internationally successful television series of the same name, Belle and Sébastien is a heart-warming story of camaraderie, adventure and freedom.