If you had one chance to achieve your dream, what would you do? Long ago in Persia lived Barbad the musician, who dreamed of playing before the king. Blocked by a jealous rival, Barbad's solution was simple: hide up in a tree and wait for the king to arrive! This 1,000 year old story is magically brought to life by Claire Ewart, and proves that all good things come to those who wait.If you had just one chance to achieve your dream, what would you do? In a distant kingdom lived a young musician named Barbad. His one dream was to play before the king in the royal court. But Barbad's way was blocked by Sarkash, a jealous rival who would do anything to stop Barbad from meeting the king. But perhaps the palace wasn't the only place to play before the king, for he loved to walk in his garden. What if Barbad was to hide in a tree for just the right moment to play?
Find out if Barbad's dream comes true in this magical tale of patience and determination, which proves that all good things really do come to those who wait. Stunning artwork from award-winning illustrator, Claire Ewart, gently brings this whimsical story to life. Adapted from a 1,000 year old Persian story by Mahvash Shahegh, the tale of Barbad the musician is originally found in the legendary Book of Kings (Shahnameh), which tells the story of the mystical past of ancient Persia. Mahvash Shahegh is an author, educator, librarian, researcher, and translator who taught at John Hopkins University until her recent retirement. She earned a PhD in Persian language and literature in Iran, with her dissertation being on ???The Trace of FairlăI
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