TUCSON, Ariz., April 15, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a wonderfully illustrated volume From Six to Twelve, Isaac Bell redefines metric poetry for a whole new generation of readers. The easy conversational writing style, the logic flow of the story, the vivid imagery and the rich allegory make this book an instant classic.
This book is written for children 6 to 12 years old (kindergarten through elementary school). Its goal is to boost their curiosity, to improve their memory, to encourage good behavioral and social habits, to invoke love for poetry -- and all of this -- while providing good entertainment. From Six to Twelve starts with simple 4-liners for the youngest kids and gradually progresses to more complex forms and subjects. The poems are written in a well-rhymed, rhythmical format, which makes it easier for children to memorize and to recite them, and the numerous illustrations make them even more entertaining. As to the general subject of the book -- the subtitle "Animals, things with the wings and other stories" says it all.
Enhancing the poet's outstanding job of weaving a child-friendly tale, the illustrations are equally inspiring. Nikolay Aleksandrov's exuberant paintings, done in a rich, colorful pallet, burst off the page. Both text and artwork combine to paint a vivid, moving story. From Six to Twelve is a rare and special treat that simply must be savored and shared.
For more information about the book log on to www.Xlibris.com/Bookstore or visit www.IsaacBellPoetry.com. You also will be able to find there information about another hit by Isaac Bell -- his second book of poetry -- From Russia With Love.
About the Author
Isaac Bell (Isaac M. Belotserkovsky) immigrated to the United States from the former Soviet Union in 1979 with his wife Valentina and their two children -- Robert and Veronica. He received his Master's Degree with Distinction in Radio Engineering from Lvov Polytechnic Institute in 1956 and had a 45-year-long successful engineering career, including the last 20 years at RCA. His numerous professional achievements include 24 patents, 15 papers published in various scientific journals and a presentation at the 1999 International Conference on Consumer Electronics. He is a Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). Poetry has been his lifelong passion. He authored more than 450 poems and songs in Russian and English, including several dozen translations. His first poetry book for children, "From Six to Twelve," was published by Xlibris in 2006. It was followed in 2008 with "From Russia With Love," containing both his original works and translations of Russian classic poetry to English, and vice versa. He lives in Tucson, AZ with his wife Valentina and teaches poetry at Pima College. He often recites his poetry to various audiences and also volunteers his time to teach the art of poetry to school children and senior poetry groups.
From Six to Twelve
(Animals, things with the wings and other stories)
by Isaac Bell
Publication Date: December 28, 2006
Picture Book; $32.99; 94 pages; 978-1-4257-4242-3
Picture Book Hardcover; $42.99; 94 pages; 978-1-4257-4243-0
To request a complimentary paperback review copy, contact the publisher at (888) 795-4274 x. 7479. Tear sheets may be sent by regular or electronic mail to Marketing Services. To purchase copies of the book for resale, please fax Xlibris at (610) 915-0294 or call (888) 795-4274 x. 7876.
Please be advised that unsold copies of both books are returnable.
For more information, contact Xlibris at (888) 795-4274 or on the web at www.Xlibris.com.