Building Your Family Tree (book And Gift Set)

This elegant, one-of-a-kind family tree is certain to become a treasured heirloom.

The centerpiece of this delightful gift package is a beautiful, carefully scrolled 11” x 14” tree illustration commissioned from a noted Italian artisan who specializes in wood engravings. It comes with 200 leaf and branch illustrations to cut and paste on the drawing: each leaf” represents a family member, while the connecting branches indicate that person’s relationship with the rest of the family.

In addition, a 48-page book, The Art of Our Ancestry, explains how to grow” a family tree, take those first steps, and place the family members on the tree. A list of Web resources and advice on lesser-known places to find information round out this helpful guide.

 

Author Andra Serling Abramson has worked in the book publishing industry for fifteen years and is the co-founder of FlirtyGirl Productions (www.flirtygirlproductions.com), a teen-oriented book and Web content packager. She lives in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

 

Illustrator Mariaelisa Leboroni specializes in wood engravings. She lives in Perugia, Italy, and her art can be found in museums around the world. Her Web site is www.xilocart.it.

Publisher: Sterling Innovation
Distributor: Sterling Publishing, Inc.
Publication Date: 10-06-2009
Pages: 48
Measurements: 11.00in X 9.31in