The Elves and the Shoemaker - Softcover

Galdone, Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 061832593X ISBN 13: 9780618325931

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2003

Synopsis

When the poor shoemaker and his wife discover the two naked little elves who have helped them become successful, they sew fine outfits for them.

About this title

About the Author

Paul Galdone was born in Budapest, Hungary in 1907 and emigrated to the United States in 1928. After finishing his studies at the Art Student League and the New York School of Industrial Design, Mr. Galdone worked in the art department of a major publishing house. There he was introduced to the process of bookmaking, an activity that was soon to become his lifelong career. Before his death in 1986, Mr. Galdone illustrated almost three hundred books, many of which he himself wrote or retold. He is fondly remembered for his contemporary style, bright earthy humor, and action-filled illustrations, which will continue to delight for generations to come.

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-Grade 2-This charming word-for-word audio version of Paul Galdone's retelling of The Elves and the Shoemaker (HM, 1986) makes a fine addition to folktale collections. The cassette features page-turn signals on one side and an uninterrupted reading on the other. Galdone's illustrations are brought to life by George Capaccio's spirited reading. He voices the narration with an amused twinkle in his voice, advancing through the story at a leisurely pace that allows listeners to linger over the visuals. The uncredited voice of the Shoemaker's wife, and Capaccio's vocal characterization of the Shoemaker and the elves, bring the illustration to life. Much of the appeal of this recording comes from the sprightly, chamber music-like sound track by Michael Moss, who was nominated for a Grammy for his audio version of The Polar Express (HM, 1990). A unifying musical theme leads listeners from page to page, and recedes under the narration to provide mood and action. Libraries wanting to expand their collection of the tales of the Brothers Grimm should consider this combination of Galdone's well-loved interpretation with a finely produced audio accompaniment.
Mary Burkey, Olentangy Local Schools, OH
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About this edition

• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 061832593X
• ISBN 13: 9780618325931
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32