by Joseph Kessel · Editions Gallimard · libro de bolsillo · ISBN 9782070513444
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«Le Lion» is the young-adult novel by Joseph Kessel, published by Editions Gallimard in paperback (280 pages, in French).
The novel is set in Kenya, at the foot of Kilimanjaro, where Patricia, a girl living in the Great Royal Park, coexists with wild animals and especially with King, a lion she raised from a cub. Conflict arises with the Maasai warriors, above all with the young Oriounga, who dreams of facing the great lion.
The work was originally published in 1958. This edition belongs to the Folio Junior collection (Édition Spéciale).
Aimed at young readers aged 9 to 12, especially those who enjoy stories about animals, nature and adventure.
Joseph Kessel, also known as "Jef", was a French journalist and novelist. He was a member of the Académie française and Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour.
