The Nutcracker And The Mouse King - Hardcover

E.T.A. Hoffmann

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0545037735 ISBN 13: 9780545037730

Publisher: Orchard Books, 2009

Synopsis

Acclaimed illustrator Gail de Marcken brings to life the classic Christmas tale, THE NUTCRACKER AND THE KING OF MICE!

In this gorgeous telling of The Nutcracker, Gail de Marcken brings E.T.A. Hoffmann's richly enchanting world to life. With beautifully detailed illustrations, the story of THE NUTCRACKER AND THE MOUSE KING will become an instant classic . It's a story readers of all ages will delight in.

About this title

About the Author:

E. T. A. Hofmann is the well-known German writer and composer. He pursued a career in law before turning his talents to composing music and writing stories. He is best known for his writing, and The Nutcracker and the Mouse King is one of his most famous stories.

GAIL deMARCKEN is the acclaimed illustrator for many wonderful picture books such as Miss Hunnicutt's Hat, The Quiltmaker's Gift, and The Quiltmaker's Journey, all written by Jeff Brumbeau; Clever Ali by Nancy Farmer; and Born to Pull by Bob Cary. Her artwork has won many prestigious awards. Ms. deMarcken has lived all over the world and currently lives in the woods near Ely, Minnesota, with her husband.

From School Library Journal:

Kindergarten-Grade 4–This lavishly illustrated book features sweeping, theatrical watercolor spreads and elaborate borders that help to draw connections between the real-life action, Marie's dream, and the ballet itself. A brief introduction gives the background of the story's publication and its connection to the Tchaikovsky ballet. In comparison to the polished and stylish Nutcracker retold by John Cech (HarperBlessings, 2009), this lengthy version features more dialogue–occasionally stilted–and busier, larger illustrations.–Virginia Walter, UCLA Graduate School of Education and Information Studies, CA END

About this edition

• Publisher: Orchard Books
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0545037735
• ISBN 13: 9780545037730
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 56
• Illustrator: Gail De Marcken