Author: Vivian French
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
ISBN: 9781564028068
Category : Big books
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A bored boy's world is suddenly populated by three house-building pigs, a girl wearing a red hood, and other familiar nursery characters.
Once Upon a Time
Author: Vivian French
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
ISBN: 9781564028068
Category : Big books
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A bored boy's world is suddenly populated by three house-building pigs, a girl wearing a red hood, and other familiar nursery characters.
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
ISBN: 9781564028068
Category : Big books
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A bored boy's world is suddenly populated by three house-building pigs, a girl wearing a red hood, and other familiar nursery characters.
Once Upon a Time: A Collection of Folktales, Fairytales and Legends
Author: Demelza Carlton
Publisher: Lost Plot Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Download your FREE copy of Once Upon A Time, a collection of fairytales, folktales and legends from all over the world, from Ancient Rome to the present day. Be warned: these are the original tales, before they were censored to be suitable for children.
Publisher: Lost Plot Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Download your FREE copy of Once Upon A Time, a collection of fairytales, folktales and legends from all over the world, from Ancient Rome to the present day. Be warned: these are the original tales, before they were censored to be suitable for children.
Once Upon a Time
Author: Marina Warner
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 0198718659
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
In ten succinct chapters, Marina Warner guides us through the rich world of fairy tale, from Cinderella and Hansel and Gretel to Snow White and Pan's Labyrinth. Exploring pervasive themes of folklore, myth, the supernatural, imagination, and fantasy, Warner highlights the impact of the genre on human understanding, history, and culture.
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 0198718659
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
In ten succinct chapters, Marina Warner guides us through the rich world of fairy tale, from Cinderella and Hansel and Gretel to Snow White and Pan's Labyrinth. Exploring pervasive themes of folklore, myth, the supernatural, imagination, and fantasy, Warner highlights the impact of the genre on human understanding, history, and culture.
Once Upon a Time
Author: Max Lüthi
Publisher: Indiana University Press (Ips)
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
This first paperback edition of the seminal work by the Swiss scholar Max Lüthi will be welcomed by folklorists for its informative survey of the various ways in which fairytales and related genres (local legends and saints' lives) may be read. "Lüthi's lucid and intelligent book is refreshingly welcome." —Sewanee Review
Publisher: Indiana University Press (Ips)
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
This first paperback edition of the seminal work by the Swiss scholar Max Lüthi will be welcomed by folklorists for its informative survey of the various ways in which fairytales and related genres (local legends and saints' lives) may be read. "Lüthi's lucid and intelligent book is refreshingly welcome." —Sewanee Review
Once Upon a Time . . . A Treasury of Classic Fairy Tale Illustrations
Author: Jeff A. Menges
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486134369
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
This collection gathers breathtaking art from early editions of "Sleeping Beauty," "Cinderella," and other classics. 180 elegant images — most in color — include works by Rackham, Dore, Dulac, Nielsen, and others.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486134369
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
This collection gathers breathtaking art from early editions of "Sleeping Beauty," "Cinderella," and other classics. 180 elegant images — most in color — include works by Rackham, Dore, Dulac, Nielsen, and others.
Once Upon a Time Machine
Author: Lee Nordling
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
ISBN: 1621155676
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 434
Book Description
Fairy tales have fueled our dreams and fired our imaginations for centuries. Step inside a time machine built by a collection of today's finest storytellers, and enter a range of futures where familiar tales are reimagined in an astonishing variety of styles. Editors Andrew Carl and Chris Stevens bring you the next wave of leading writers and illustrators working alongside superstar creators like Farel Dalrymple (Pop Gun War), Ryan Ottley (Invincible), Khoi Pham (Daredevil), and Brandon Graham (King City) to deliver a reading experience that will delight generations young and old. * Ageless stories become tales for a new age!
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
ISBN: 1621155676
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 434
Book Description
Fairy tales have fueled our dreams and fired our imaginations for centuries. Step inside a time machine built by a collection of today's finest storytellers, and enter a range of futures where familiar tales are reimagined in an astonishing variety of styles. Editors Andrew Carl and Chris Stevens bring you the next wave of leading writers and illustrators working alongside superstar creators like Farel Dalrymple (Pop Gun War), Ryan Ottley (Invincible), Khoi Pham (Daredevil), and Brandon Graham (King City) to deliver a reading experience that will delight generations young and old. * Ageless stories become tales for a new age!
The Night Dance
Author: Suzanne Weyn
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416989463
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
Under the stars, in a secret world... Rowena, the youngest of twelve sisters, loves to slip out of the castle at night and dance in a magical forest. Soon she convinces her sisters to join her. When Sir Ethan notices that his daughters' slippers look tattered every morning, he is certain they've been sneaking out. So he posts a challenge to all the suitors in the kingdom: The first man to discover where his daughters have been is free to marry the one he chooses. Meanwhile a handsome young knight named Bedivere is involved in a challenge of his own: to return the powerful sword, Excalibur, to a mysterious lake. While looking for the lake, Bedivere meets the beautiful Rowena and falls for her. Bedivere knows that accepting Sir Ethan's challenge is the only opportunity for him to be with Rowena forever. But this puts both Bedivere and Rowena in a dangerous situation...one in which they risk their lives for a chance at love.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416989463
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
Under the stars, in a secret world... Rowena, the youngest of twelve sisters, loves to slip out of the castle at night and dance in a magical forest. Soon she convinces her sisters to join her. When Sir Ethan notices that his daughters' slippers look tattered every morning, he is certain they've been sneaking out. So he posts a challenge to all the suitors in the kingdom: The first man to discover where his daughters have been is free to marry the one he chooses. Meanwhile a handsome young knight named Bedivere is involved in a challenge of his own: to return the powerful sword, Excalibur, to a mysterious lake. While looking for the lake, Bedivere meets the beautiful Rowena and falls for her. Bedivere knows that accepting Sir Ethan's challenge is the only opportunity for him to be with Rowena forever. But this puts both Bedivere and Rowena in a dangerous situation...one in which they risk their lives for a chance at love.
Once Upon a Time in the Kitchen
Author: Carol Odell
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN: 1585365807
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 49
Book Description
Inspired by classic stories from the world of children's literature, cookbook author Carol Odell creates simple and tasty treats for cooks (and readers) of all ages to enjoy. Enhanced by softly colored illustrations, story excerpts from more than 20 children's books (including Huckleberry Finn, Little Women, and Treasure Island) are accompanied by original, easy-to-follow recipes. From breakfast items (Doctor Doolittle Do-very-little Sausages) and sandwiches (Treasure Island Marooned Cheese Toast), to main meals (Robin Hood Sherwood Forest Chicken) and desserts (The Fir Tree Shortbread Stars), young readers will enjoy making and eating these scrumptious delights! Carol Odell has written more than 20 children's books as well as scripts for television, including the BBC. She is also an accomplished cook and is the author of the Countrywoman's Cookbook and coauthor of Natural Health Cookbook. She lives in Australia. Award-winning author and illustrator, Anna Pignataro has created more than 40 books for children. She was the winner of the Crichton Award for book illustration in 1998, and her books are frequently chosen as notable Australian books. Anna lives in Australia.
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN: 1585365807
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 49
Book Description
Inspired by classic stories from the world of children's literature, cookbook author Carol Odell creates simple and tasty treats for cooks (and readers) of all ages to enjoy. Enhanced by softly colored illustrations, story excerpts from more than 20 children's books (including Huckleberry Finn, Little Women, and Treasure Island) are accompanied by original, easy-to-follow recipes. From breakfast items (Doctor Doolittle Do-very-little Sausages) and sandwiches (Treasure Island Marooned Cheese Toast), to main meals (Robin Hood Sherwood Forest Chicken) and desserts (The Fir Tree Shortbread Stars), young readers will enjoy making and eating these scrumptious delights! Carol Odell has written more than 20 children's books as well as scripts for television, including the BBC. She is also an accomplished cook and is the author of the Countrywoman's Cookbook and coauthor of Natural Health Cookbook. She lives in Australia. Award-winning author and illustrator, Anna Pignataro has created more than 40 books for children. She was the winner of the Crichton Award for book illustration in 1998, and her books are frequently chosen as notable Australian books. Anna lives in Australia.
Ever After High: Once Upon a Time
Author: Shannon Hale
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316258253
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
Read these exclusive introductions to all your favorite characters to find out what their lives are like at home! A new chapter is about to begin at Ever After High, and all the students are preparing to start their Legacy Year. In just a few weeks it will be Legacy Day when they will sign the Storybook of Legends and commit to live out their fairy-tale destiny, repeating the famous stories of their parents. This volume collects together for the first time 12 short tales, including five BRAND-NEW stories. For the first time, find out what Dexter and Darling Charming, Cedar Wood, Lizzie Hearts and Kitty Cheshire were doing just before school started. This collection also includes the stories of Apple White, Raven Queen, Madeline Hatter, Briar Beauty, Ashlynn Ella and Hunter Huntsman, and the fairy tale The Tale of Two Sisters, which were previously only available online. Don't miss this Once Upon a Time special edition of enchanting stories by bestselling and Newbery honor-winning author Shannon Hale.
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0316258253
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
Read these exclusive introductions to all your favorite characters to find out what their lives are like at home! A new chapter is about to begin at Ever After High, and all the students are preparing to start their Legacy Year. In just a few weeks it will be Legacy Day when they will sign the Storybook of Legends and commit to live out their fairy-tale destiny, repeating the famous stories of their parents. This volume collects together for the first time 12 short tales, including five BRAND-NEW stories. For the first time, find out what Dexter and Darling Charming, Cedar Wood, Lizzie Hearts and Kitty Cheshire were doing just before school started. This collection also includes the stories of Apple White, Raven Queen, Madeline Hatter, Briar Beauty, Ashlynn Ella and Hunter Huntsman, and the fairy tale The Tale of Two Sisters, which were previously only available online. Don't miss this Once Upon a Time special edition of enchanting stories by bestselling and Newbery honor-winning author Shannon Hale.
Folk Tales for Bold Girls
Author: Fiona Collins
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750993448
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 109
Book Description
Do you think that legends are all about princes and princesses, knights and heroes, giants and monsters? Well, they aren't always. The stories in this book are about girls like you and girls you might know: clever, strong, brave and resourceful. Here you can read the story of Vasilisa, who wasn't afraid of the deep dark forest; Mollie Whuppie, who knew how to trick a giant; Tipingi, who was able to call on her friends to help her get out of trouble; Seren, who used her love of singing to help others; and many more fearless characters. Storyteller Fiona Collins has chosen the best of the old tales from all around the world and reworked them into new and exciting versions to be enjoyed by everyone, accompanied by magical illustrations by talented artist Ed Fisher.
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750993448
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 109
Book Description
Do you think that legends are all about princes and princesses, knights and heroes, giants and monsters? Well, they aren't always. The stories in this book are about girls like you and girls you might know: clever, strong, brave and resourceful. Here you can read the story of Vasilisa, who wasn't afraid of the deep dark forest; Mollie Whuppie, who knew how to trick a giant; Tipingi, who was able to call on her friends to help her get out of trouble; Seren, who used her love of singing to help others; and many more fearless characters. Storyteller Fiona Collins has chosen the best of the old tales from all around the world and reworked them into new and exciting versions to be enjoyed by everyone, accompanied by magical illustrations by talented artist Ed Fisher.