Alice in Wonderland (Best-Loved Classics) - Softcover

E. C. Clark

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0007351593 ISBN 13: 9780007351596

Publisher: Collins, 2010

Synopsis

Step into the magical world of Wonderland in this retelling of Lewis Carroll's enduring classic. When Alice follows a white rabbit down a hole she discovers the extraordinary world of Wonderland. It's not long before Alice finds herself attending an unconventional tea party and taking part in a peculiar game of croquet.

About this title

About the Author

Emma Chichester Clark studied at the Chelsea School of Art and the Royal College. She won the Mother Goose Award in 1988 as the best newcomer to children's book illustration. Since then she has become internationally known for her illustrations of books by such well-known authors as Margaret Mahy, Roald Dahl and Anne Fine. Her first book for Pavilion was Thumbelina, a sensitive retelling by Jane Falloon of the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale. She has just won the Grinzane Junior Award 2000, and is the first-ever winner of this new international children's book award.

Review

"Emma Chichester Clark's intelligent update of Alice in Wonderland makes it more accessible and less frightening than Lewis Carroll's original, complete with John Tenniel's dark, prickly Victorian pictures. Girls of 5+ should enjoy it." Amanda Craig, The Times Praise for `Melrose and Croc': 'Full of bright detail, this is a picture book young readers could well dream about as being the next best thing to entering its pages.' The Independent 'Two irresistible new characters from the creator of the popular Blue Kangaroo series.' Winter edition, Primary Times 'A heart-warming tale of how friendships begin... This book is a wonderful tactile experience, from the shimmery glittery cover... to the gentle watercolours inside, which are printed on the creamiest of papers.' The Irish Times 'It delights children but adults will appreciate the period evocation of the festive-season cities and the off-season seaside.' The Sunday Times 'Incredibly touching story.' Primary Times 'Gorgeous Christmassy story about friendship.' Angels and Urchins 'You don't have to get too sentimental to find something special...The light in the illustrations makes this book all the more magical.' Junior 'A beautifully illustrated and heart-warming tale.' Family Interest Magazine 'This author/illustrator goes from strength to strength... Mouth-watering illustrations, ideal text, two mightily engaging characters - altogether the star on top of the tree.' Carousel Praise for I Love You, Blue Kangaroo: `Presented in clear, bright colours, this is a charming tale about affection and sharing...' School Librarian `I love you... would melt the stoniest heart. Blue Kangaroo is ousted from his place... by a procession of new toys. A tender and touching story for three to six year olds.' Sunday Telegraph `Could become a classic.' Books for Keeps `Irresistible...brimming with `Aaah factor'.' The Bookseller `Blue Kangaroo is a winner.' T. E. S

Edition details

• Publisher: Collins
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0007351593
• ISBN 13: 9780007351596
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48