GOD WAS NOT PLEASED with the people of the earth. So for forty days and forty nights, God sent rain from the heavens to sweep the world of its wickedness. But Noah was a good man, God warned Noah of the great flood—and gave him a chance to save life on earth.

For centuries, people of all ages have been inspired by this powerful story of salvation. Now, four-time Caldecott Honor recipient Jerry Pinkney captures all the courage, drama, and beauty of this ancient parable in rich, glorious paintings. Full of sensitive detail and emotion, his poetic storytelling and artistic interpretation bring new life and meaning to this tale's enduring message of peace.

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