Judaea in AD 46. Roman centurions Cato & Macro have been posted to Judaea for a 'hearts & minds' operation.
The Empire
London's East End, 1890
Growing up in poverty, Hester Stainsby toils day & night in the laundry room of Poplar
Once, a long time ago, a little donkey was brought to Jesus. The story of Easter is told here through the eyes of the donkey that carried Jesus into the city of Jerusalem. He watches the Last Supper, he sees Jesus brought before Pontius Pilate, he is there when Jesus is crucified, & he witnesses the joy of the resurrection.
Every year, as these events are remembered, this beautiful retelling from Brian Wildsmith is a lovely book to share with children. Brian Wildsmith is an internationally acclaimed picture-book writer & artist.