Author:
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465477047
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
This lovely two-volume set is a collection of 14 well-known myths and legends and 14 classic fairy tales from around the world. A First Book of Myths includes classics such as the Fall of Icarus, Andromeda, How Butterflies Began, and the Crocodile and the Baby. Perfect for reading aloud, Mary Hoffman's lively narratives and the delightful illustrations capture the amazing worlds full of gods and monsters. In A First Book of Fairy Tales, Mary retells 14 classic children's fairy tales, including favorites such as Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk, and the Little Mermaid. The charming illustrations throughout bring the best-loved fairy tale characters and events to life.
A First Book of Fairy Tales and Myths Set
Author:
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465477047
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
This lovely two-volume set is a collection of 14 well-known myths and legends and 14 classic fairy tales from around the world. A First Book of Myths includes classics such as the Fall of Icarus, Andromeda, How Butterflies Began, and the Crocodile and the Baby. Perfect for reading aloud, Mary Hoffman's lively narratives and the delightful illustrations capture the amazing worlds full of gods and monsters. In A First Book of Fairy Tales, Mary retells 14 classic children's fairy tales, including favorites such as Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk, and the Little Mermaid. The charming illustrations throughout bring the best-loved fairy tale characters and events to life.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465477047
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
This lovely two-volume set is a collection of 14 well-known myths and legends and 14 classic fairy tales from around the world. A First Book of Myths includes classics such as the Fall of Icarus, Andromeda, How Butterflies Began, and the Crocodile and the Baby. Perfect for reading aloud, Mary Hoffman's lively narratives and the delightful illustrations capture the amazing worlds full of gods and monsters. In A First Book of Fairy Tales, Mary retells 14 classic children's fairy tales, including favorites such as Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk, and the Little Mermaid. The charming illustrations throughout bring the best-loved fairy tale characters and events to life.
The Oxford Companion to Fairy Tales
Author: Jack Zipes
Publisher: OUP Oxford
ISBN: 0191004162
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 757
Book Description
In over 1,000 entries, this acclaimed Companion covers all aspects of the Western fairy tale tradition, from medieval to modern, under the guidance of Professor Jack Zipes. It provides an authoritative reference source for this complex and captivating genre, exploring the tales themselves, the writers who wrote and reworked them, and the artists who illustrated them. It also covers numerous related topics such as the fairy tale and film, television, art, opera, ballet, the oral tradition, music, advertising, cartoons, fantasy literature, feminism, and stamps. First published in 2000, 130 new entries have been added to account for recent developments in the field, including J. K. Rowling and Suzanne Collins, and new articles on topics such as cognitive criticism and fairy tales, digital fairy tales, fairy tale blogs and websites, and pornography and fairy tales. The remaining entries have been revised and updated in consultation with expert contributors. This second edition contains beautifully designed feature articles highlighting countries with a strong fairy tale tradition, covering: Britain and Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, North America and Canada, Portugal, Scandinavian countries, Slavic and Baltic countries, and Spain. It also includes an informative and engaging introduction by the editor, which sets the subject in its historical and literary context. A detailed and updated bibliography provides information about background literature and further reading material. In addition, the A to Z entries are accompanied by over 60 beautiful and carefully selected black and white illustrations. Already renowned in its field, the second edition of this unique work is an essential companion for anyone interested in fairy tales in literature, film, and art; and for anyone who values the tradition of storytelling.
Publisher: OUP Oxford
ISBN: 0191004162
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 757
Book Description
In over 1,000 entries, this acclaimed Companion covers all aspects of the Western fairy tale tradition, from medieval to modern, under the guidance of Professor Jack Zipes. It provides an authoritative reference source for this complex and captivating genre, exploring the tales themselves, the writers who wrote and reworked them, and the artists who illustrated them. It also covers numerous related topics such as the fairy tale and film, television, art, opera, ballet, the oral tradition, music, advertising, cartoons, fantasy literature, feminism, and stamps. First published in 2000, 130 new entries have been added to account for recent developments in the field, including J. K. Rowling and Suzanne Collins, and new articles on topics such as cognitive criticism and fairy tales, digital fairy tales, fairy tale blogs and websites, and pornography and fairy tales. The remaining entries have been revised and updated in consultation with expert contributors. This second edition contains beautifully designed feature articles highlighting countries with a strong fairy tale tradition, covering: Britain and Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, North America and Canada, Portugal, Scandinavian countries, Slavic and Baltic countries, and Spain. It also includes an informative and engaging introduction by the editor, which sets the subject in its historical and literary context. A detailed and updated bibliography provides information about background literature and further reading material. In addition, the A to Z entries are accompanied by over 60 beautiful and carefully selected black and white illustrations. Already renowned in its field, the second edition of this unique work is an essential companion for anyone interested in fairy tales in literature, film, and art; and for anyone who values the tradition of storytelling.
Bulletin of Bibliography and Dramatic Index
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 478
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 478
Book Description
A First Book on Teaching (1929)
Author: Nancy Catty
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1351580752
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 229
Book Description
First published in 1929, this book is a beginner's guide to the practice of teaching. The preparation and giving of lessons, the function of class teaching, sectionizing and individual work, the art of happy relations between class and teacher, the foundations of school tone, and the tests of a good curriculum are discussed and illustrated from school and training college experience. Use is made of the reader's memories of school-days, and the exercises, an integral part of the book, provide a critical reading. A study of the text as a basis for discussion makes an excellent preparation for teaching.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1351580752
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 229
Book Description
First published in 1929, this book is a beginner's guide to the practice of teaching. The preparation and giving of lessons, the function of class teaching, sectionizing and individual work, the art of happy relations between class and teacher, the foundations of school tone, and the tests of a good curriculum are discussed and illustrated from school and training college experience. Use is made of the reader's memories of school-days, and the exercises, an integral part of the book, provide a critical reading. A study of the text as a basis for discussion makes an excellent preparation for teaching.
Proceedings
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 614
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 614
Book Description
Bulletin of Bibliography
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 452
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 452
Book Description
Approved List of Library Books for Elementary and Secondary Schools of Oklahoma
Author: Oklahoma. State Dept. of Education
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Children's literature
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
Proceedings
Author: American Library Association
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
Papers and Proceedings
Author: American Library Association. Annual Conference
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Library administration
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Library administration
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
Papers and Proceedings
Author: American Library Association. Conference
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Library science
Languages : en
Pages : 1036
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Library science
Languages : en
Pages : 1036
Book Description