Lovely intricate artwork make this book one to treasure for years to come. Would make a special gift.

The Green Parent

Magic is the keyword for Hoffmann's much-loved Christmas-themed tale of defiance, loyalty and wonder as Steve Patschke's clever adaptation, Zanna Goldhawk's richly coloured artwork and each fabulously engineered pop-up make every page an exciting adventure!

Lancashire Evening Post

A classic brought to life in this gorgeous pop-up book.

- Zoe West, Woman's Weekly

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sparkling adaptation. This stunningly illustrated pop-up book retelling of that memorable yet always intriguing story is the perfect contender to be that adaptation for generations to come. In a whirlwind of fantasy, The Nutcracker's miraculous tale is told with a grand pop-up image on each page. These are created expertly by Zanna Goldhawk not only to showcase a warm and sophisticated yet whimsical colour palette featuring deep greens and blues, but equally to create a full and sensory learning experience.

- Gemma McLaughlin, The National

A magical pop-up edition of The Nutcracker."He was dressed in a handsome red jacket lined down the front with white loops and brass buttons. His painted eyes sparkled a brilliant green, while a kind, good-natured smile hid beneath a snowy cotton beard."When Marie is given a nutcracker on Christmas Eve, she immediately loves it. Little does she realise that, when night falls, the Nutcracker will defend her from the monstrous Mouse King and whisk her away to a fantastical kingdom. A much-loved fairy tale of defiance, loyalty and wonder. E. T. A. Hoffmann's classic tale is brought to life with intricate artwork and inventive pop-ups!
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A magical pop-up edition of The Nutcracker."He was dressed in a handsome red jacket lined down the front with white loops and brass buttons.
A magical pop-up edition of The Nutcracker.
Brought to life by intricate folk art by Zanna Goldhawk, illustrator of Winter Tales.

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781800783614
Publisert
2023-10-12
Utgiver
Vendor
Templar Books
Vekt
305 gr
Høyde
206 mm
Bredde
184 mm
Dybde
24 mm
Aldersnivå
J, 02
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet

Forfatter
Illustratør

Biographical note

Steve Patschke (Author)
Steve Patschke taught in the public school system in USA for over 30 years. He is the writer of several highly-acclaimed picture books for young children including Don't Look At It, Don't Touch it, and a popular retelling of E.T.A. Hoffmann's The Nutcracker.

Zanna Goldhawk (Illustrator)
Zanna is a bestselling illustrator working from a beautiful seaside studio in Cornwall. Her gorgeous surroundings have given her a fierce passion for colour and nature that infuses her artwork. Zanna has worked for clients including Pan Macmillan, Penguin Random House, Frances Lincoln and Michael O'Mara Books.