A collection of traditional and modern tales illustrated by the incomparable Jane Ray.
Jane Ray Books
January 1, 1960
This author gained recognition for her distinctive illustrations, often rooted in her background in art and design with a focus on ceramics. After completing her studies, she began to develop her unique style, first appearing in a series of greeting cards and book jackets. Her work is characterized by black and white illustrations that bring depth and character to literary works, notably poetry anthologies.
The Lost Happy Endings
- 36 pages
- 2 hours of reading
This is a fantastic and magical tale about what happens when, one night, a wicked witch steals the happy endings to bedtime stories. It is up to Jub, the keeper of the happy endings, to save the day and ensure sweet dreams everywhere in this lyrical story about storytelling. In the tradition of classic fairy tales for children, Carol Ann Duffy and Jane Ray have created a truly compelling, surprising and beautiful story for children of all ages.
Fairy Tales
- 223 pages
- 8 hours of reading
A collection of 12 classic tales that have enthralled children all over the world for hundreds of years. Some of the best-loved fairy stories are presented here - Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty and Little Red Riding Hood.
Jane Ray's stunning story collection features The Lion & The Unicorn, Brer Wolf, The Singing Ringing Tree, Theseus andthe Minotaur and many more. Beautifully illustrated and designed with stories that keep you turning the pages. A perfect gift.
Adam and Eve and the Garden of Eden
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
"At the very beginning of the world the earth was a dry and dusty place, where nothing could live and nothing could grow. So God made a mist, which watered the ground all over. Then, with his great hands, he formed the first man out of the clay of the newly watered earth."Jane Ray's beautiful version of the familiar story takes into account creation myths the world over. The story of Adam and Eve and the Garden of Eden is powerful because it is the story of all the children growing up and going out into the world. The need to recreate that perfect garden and live again in harmony with the environment is more pressing today than ever before.An Eden Project Book
The Happy Prince
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Oscar Wilde's moving story of the relationship between a magnificent statue and a little swallow is brought to life by Jane Ray's stunning artwork. Perched on high, the prince's statue can see all the misery of the city and begs the swallow to pluck off his gold leaf and distribute it amongst the poor. First published over one hundred years ago, the fairy tale is recognised as an enchanting masterpiece and this classic picture book is bound to be enjoyed by adults and children alike and treasured forever.
The fortunes of a young woman are magically transformed when she shows kindness to a unicorn in this enchanting contemporary fairy tale, based on a Scottish fable and gloriously illustrated by Hans Christian Andersen Award nominee Jane Ray.
The acclaimed artist's interpretations of The Story of Christmas, The Story of Creation, and Noah's Ark are now available in this single beautiful volume that will offer inspiration, refreshment, and entertainment to young readers.
Sleeping Beauty
- 26 pages
- 1 hour of reading
"Sleeping Beauty is one of the best-loved fairy tales. This title presents a re-telling of Sleeping Beauty . --Publisher description.
The Twelve Days of Christmas
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
A truly perfect version of much-loved festive song, The Twelve Days of Christmas
