Children's Fiction Anthologies
An Illustrated Collection of Fairy Tales for Brave Children
- Publisher
- Floris Books
- Initial publish date
- Sep 2021
- Category
- Anthologies, Values & Virtues, General
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Hardback
- ISBN
- 9781782506713
- Publish Date
- Sep 2021
- List Price
- $34.95
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Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
- Age: 6 to 12
- Grade: 1 to 7
Description
From wicked queens and fearsome beasts to sneaky witches and terrible giants, this stunning collection of darkly magical fairy tales gathers together stories of children who show true courage and face their fears.
Rediscover seven classic emboldening tales – Hansel and Gretel, The Selfish Giant, Beauty and the Beast, The Spirit in the Bottle, Vassilissa, The Wild Swans and The Three Golden Hairs – from renowned storytellers the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, Oscar Wilde and more.
Each story is enriched by atmospheric artwork from award-winning Canadian illustrator Scott Plumbe.
Perfect for bedtime reading, this collection is an ideal gift for fearless children everywhere.
About the authors
Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm's profile page
Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was a prolific Danish author and poet best known for his fairy tales. His stories have crossed all limitations of time and space, having been translated into more than 125 languages,and have become an integral part of children’s literature worldwide. A master of the genre, his stories present lessons and entertainment for readers of all ages.
Hans Christian Andersen's profile page
Scott Plumbe has camped inside an ancient Roman amphitheater, trekked around Mount Kailash in Tibet, and walked to the source of the Ganges River in India. He has traveled in manycountries, including Egypt, Syria, Iran, Morocco, and Japan, which gave him rich experiences to draw on while illustrating the stories in Bodyguards!When he’s not painting at his desk in Vancouver, British Columbia, Scott can often be found with his wife and young son in the local Chinese gardens, or sipping tea and planning their next trip.
Editorial Reviews
'Each tale is beautifully retold using digitally rendered ink and watercolor illustrations over pencil sketches. Stories have an easily discernable moral which centers on the negative of vices such as greed, cruelty, or wickedness. Each fable has elements of the country from which it came, adding a brief look into these lands and peoples. Pictures are an integral part of each story, beautifully drawn, and are essential in creating the mood. The storytelling style is engaging and will have young readers wanting more.'
– Youth Services Book Review, 5 Stars
