A new centenary gift edition of the much-loved collection of folk and fairy tales from Sweden, illustrated by acclaimed artist John Bauer.
From good natured Scandinavian trolls through giants, tomtes, shepherd boys and princesses, the twenty-three classic stories by well-known authors such as Elsa Beskow and Anna Wahlenberg are delightfully told, full of adventure and magic with clever, resourceful children outwitting fairytale villains.
John Bauer's art -- renowned for its detail, character and subtle humour -- has never looked more luminous and evocative than in this gorgeously produced edition. Twenty extra pictures have been added along with a wonderful illustrated biography of Bauer, celebrating his work and life one hundred years after his premature death. The book has a foiled cover and ribbon marker, perfect for gifting.
This treasury will be cherished for generations to come and loved by children, parents and grandparents alike.
| ISBN: | 9781782505938 |
| Publication date: | 18th July 2019 |
| Author: | John Albert Bauer |
| Illustrator: | John Albert Bauer |
| Publisher: | Floris Books |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 253 pages |
| Genres: |
Anthologies Children’s / Teenage general interest: Fairies, elves, etc Children’s / Teenage general interest: Giants, trolls and other mythical humanoids Traditional Tales |