Charles Santore was an American illustrator celebrated for his captivating children's books. His artistic contributions are permanently housed in prestigious institutions like the Brandywine River Museum and the Museum of Modern Art. Santore masterfully employs classic techniques to craft dreamlike, grand visuals that breathe life into narratives, immersing young readers in enchanted realms. His distinctive skill lies in capturing the very essence of storytelling, producing visual masterpieces that resonate deeply across generations.
This selection of Carroll's works includes Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and its sequel Through the Looking Glass, with illustrations by the author. Tweedledum and Tweedledee, the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, the Red Queen and the White Rabbit are all now familiar figures in writing, conversation and idiom. So too, are the delightful verses such as The Walrus and the Carpenter and the inspired jargon of that masterly Wordsworthian parody the Jabberwocky. Also included are some of Carroll's miscellaneous pieces of work, of which the best-known is perhaps the mock-heroic Hunting of the Snark which epitomises the author's enormous gift for nonsense verse. --back cover
An irresistible collectible hardcover in the Penguin Christmas Classics series, L. Frank Baum's Life and Adventures of Santa Claus, first published in 1902, chronicles Santa's life from his enchanted forest childhood to his destiny of sharing gifts and spreading love. Drawing on elements from Clement Moore's poem "A Visit from St. Nicholas," Baum reveals Santa's journey, including his first toy-making experiences, the origins of the Christmas tree and stockings, and the secrets behind traditions like sliding down chimneys and delivering gifts in one night. This timeless tale, adapted into animated films and featuring original illustrations from its first edition, captures the charm and fantasy that define Baum's Oz stories.
The Penguin Christmas Classics series honors literature's enduring power, showcasing beloved holiday tales that have shaped our Christmas traditions. From Dickens' A Christmas Carol, which revived Victorian customs, to Trollope's stories popularizing Christmas in London, these volumes celebrate the essence of the holiday. Baum's work established the origin story of Santa Claus, while Alcott's tales and Gogol's Night Before Christmas contributed to the American Christmas ideal and early traditions. Beautifully designed and perfect for gifting, these classics embody the spirit of giving central to our cherished holiday narratives. Collect all six Penguin Christmas Classics for a delightful literary experienc
"Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the fairest of them all?" The Queen wants to be the most beautiful, but one day the mirror says, "Snow White!"Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English).500 headwords, 1,199 words
