The Princess And the Pea - Couverture rigide

Andersen, Hans Christian

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1402730659 ISBN 13 : 9781402730658

Editeur : Sterling Juvenile, 2007

Synopsis

One of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories gets a breathtaking showcase, with lavish art and an elegant retelling by acclaimed writer John Cech. Bernhard Oberdieck's stunning images, with their soft colour and unusual perspectives, capture all the fantasy and romance of Andersen's appealing tale. It's the second exquisite entry in the "Classic Fairy Tale Collection" series. Although the handsome prince meets ladies blessed with beauty, wealth and brains, he knows in his heart that none is the true princess he longs for. Then, one stormy night, a wet, dishevelled and very weary young woman knocks at the castle door. Could she be his queen? One tiny pea buried underneath twenty soft mattresses might reveal the truth...

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

One of Hans Christian Andersens most beloved stories gets a breathtaking showcase, with lavish art and an elegant retelling by acclaimed writer John Cech. Bernhard Oberdiecks stunning images, with their soft colour and unusual perspectives, capture all the fantasy and romance of Andersens appealing tale. Its the second exquisite entry in the Classic Fairy Tale Collection series. Although the handsome prince meets ladies blessed with beauty, wealth, and brains, he knows in his heart that none is the true princess he longs for. Then, one stormy night, a wet, disheveled, and very weary young woman knocks at the castle door. Could she be his queen? One tiny pea buried underneath twenty soft mattresses might reveal the truth...

Biographie de l'auteur

John Cech is a professor of English at the University of Florida where he is the Director of the Center for Children's Literature and Culture. He was the creator, producer and host of the daily public radio programme 'Recess!' about the cultures of childhood. John has written seven books in the 'Classic Fairy Tale Collection' for Sterling, in addition to retellings of 'Aesop's Fables', illustrated by Martin Jarrie, and 'The Nutcracker', illustrated by Eric Puybaret. Bernhard Oberdieck has illustrated numerous books and enjoys international acclaim. He uses a variety of media - including coloured pencils, pastels and acrylics - to create fine, detailed work. Bernhard is also an avid collector of children's picture books.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Sterling Juvenile
• Date d'édition: 2007
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1402730659
• ISBN 13: 9781402730658
• Reliure: Relié
• Illustrateur: Oberdieck Bernhard
• Nombre de pages: 24
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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