At Cockcrow
IBBY Italy Honour List 2024
IBBY Italy Honour List 2024There was a kingdom far back in time that chose its rulers in a curious way: it was the roosters who chose the new regent. The name of the chosen one had to be sung in chorus by all the roosters of the kingdom. Thus, between one king and the next, years passed in which chaos and war, ruin and disarray reigned.
When the last king died, the subjects prepared themselves for more years of famine. But when dawn broke, all the roosters of the kingdom sang together the name of the new king…
An unconventional and humorous fairy-tale about the absurdity of wars and the desire for peace.
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The Tiger’s Riddle
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Chromosomes
Lucia looks back on her life through her most treasured memories: the love she shared with Giorgio, summers in Ischia, and laughter-filled Sundays with friends. But her story goes beyond personal recollection—it becomes a tapestry of generations, crossing continents and centuries. From seafaring grandparents and adventurous ancestors to ancient origins rooted in the heart of Africa, Cromosomi is a celebration…
