Angela Barrett is one of Britain's most acclaimed illustrators. Her work, characterized by a delicate sensibility and meticulous detail, frequently breathes life into classic tales and fairy stories. Barrett focuses on visual storytelling, imbuing narratives with depth and enchantment, and enriching children's literature with unforgettable imagery.
This timeless verse is brought back for a whole new generation, now at a sweet new size and classic price. Enjoy old memories and make new ones as you share this favorite Christmas tradition with the whole family.
Exquisite paintings and a lush retelling bring a treasured classic to new life. A beautiful daughter dreams of meeting a handsome prince, but in order to save her father's life, she leaves home to live with a terrible, frightening beast. Though her patron is hideous, his disarming generosity slowly leads to a surprising connection. Max Eilenberg sheds fresh light on one of our most beloved fairy tales. Angela Barrett's enchanting illustrations illuminate both the sumptuous palace and the horrifying beast himself. The resulting tour de force reminds us that ultimately love conquers all.
Vorw. v. Naomi Lewis. Nach d. Übers. v. Julius Reuscher aus d. Jahre 1863
29 pages
2 hours of reading
Das Märchen handelt von einem Kaiser, der sich von zwei Betrügern für viel Geld neue Gewänder weben lässt. Diese machen ihm vor, die Kleider seien nicht gewöhnlich, sondern könnten nur von Personen gesehen werden, die ihres Amts würdig und nicht dumm seien. Tatsächlich geben die Betrüger nur vor, zu weben und dem Kaiser die Kleider zu überreichen. Aus Eitelkeit und innerer Unsicherheit erwähnt er nicht, dass er die Kleider selbst auch nicht sehen kann und auch die Menschen, denen er seine neuen Gewänder präsentiert, geben Begeisterung über die scheinbar schönen Stoffe vor. Der Schwindel fliegt erst bei einem Festumzug auf, als ein Kind sagt, der Kaiser habe gar keine Kleider an.
In einer stürmischen Nacht erscheinen drei merkwürdige Frauen in Glenmagray. Tam und Rory verfolgen sie, was sich als großes Glück für die Dorfbewohner herausstellt. Ein gruseliges Märchen für Kinder ab 5 Jahren.
This wintry tale has warmed the hearts of children around the world for almost 200 years. It was written by master storyteller Hans Christian Andersen (1805--1875). The tale describes the amazing adventures of Gerda, who goes off in search of her friend Kay after the Snow Queen takes him away. The illustrations to the book were created by Vladyslav Yerko, a well-known Ukrainian illustrator and recipient of many awards at prestigious art and book fairs. He also received the title "Man of Books" when he was named best artist for 2002 by the Moscow "Book Review." His illustrations became widely known through his work on the books of Paulo Coelho and his work on Andersen's The Snow Queen, which won the Grand Prix award in the "Book of the Year" competition for 2000. Well-known writer Paulo Coelho said of Yerko's The Snow Queen: "This is the most wonderful children's book I've seen in my life."