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.
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.
"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
Jane Ray poignantly brings to life Oscar Wilde's enchanting masterpiece; the tale of the relationship between a beautiful statue and a little swallow. Perched on high, the prince can see all the misery of the poor, and begs the swallow to help.
Orla is a boy in a bubble. He can't hear the sounds of the earth. He doesn't answer when his mother and father call his name. The magical Moonbird teaches Orla how to speak with his hands and listen with his eyes—but will his parents understand him? As children are drawn into this fanciful tale about deafness, they will be caught up in the luminous, gem-like illustrations.
"Sleeping Beauty is one of the best-loved fairy tales. This title presents a re-telling of Sleeping Beauty . --Publisher description.
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.
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.
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.
A truly perfect version of much-loved festive song, The Twelve Days of Christmas
The book features classic stories by Kipling, enhanced by bold artwork that appeals to both longtime fans and newcomers. Its approachable trim size makes it accessible, inviting readers to explore these timeless tales in a fresh format.
Habla de los cuentos que han contado las personas del mundo antiguo, explica su entendimiento de lo que ellos podian ver en el cielo.
Fidanzati, amici, sposi, dalla Grecia antica all'India misteriosa, dalla Bibbia al medioevo. Sono i protagonisti di queste storie, lontani nello spazio e nel tempo, ma uniti da un destino comune: quello di amare ed essere amati. Dopo l'esperienza dell'amore, tutto diventa possibile: lieto fine o tragedia, felicità pura o immenso dolore. E tutti sono pronti ad accogliere il proprio destino - anche quando è crudele come quello di Romeo e Giulietta, o di Tristano e Isotta - pur di non rinunciare all'amore.
Slavná a nesmrtelná Shakespearova tragedie o lásce dvou milenců z nesvářených rodů Monteků a Kapuletů.
Kunstvoll illustrierte Nacherzählung von der Erschaffung der Welt.
In leuchtenden, detailverliebten Bildern, mit Goldschmuck veredelt, erzählt Jane Ray vom Wunder der Christusnacht.
Hansel and Gretel is part of the Ladybird Favourite Tales, which are the timeless treasured stories that generations of children have grown up with and loved. These easy-to-read retellings, enhanced by exciting, richly colourful illustrations, faithfully capture all the magic of the original stories.
