Selfish Giant (minedition minibooks) - Hardcover

Wilde, Oscar

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 9888240994 ISBN 13: 9789888240999

Publisher: minedition, 2015

Synopsis

A little jewel of a book in a new illustrated edition of Oscar Wilde’s beloved tale
 
The children loved to play in the Giant’s garden, but when he returned after years away, he said, “What are you doing here?” and the children fled. This is the classic story of a giant whose gloomy outlook and self-centered ways are changed by a remarkable tiny child.

About this title

From the Inside Flap:

While the giant is away, the local children fill his garden with their games and laughter, spilling over the green grass and colorful flowers, perching in the peach trees, and singing with the birds. When the giant returns, he throws them out, declaring that the garden is his and only his to enjoy. Quickly, the garden withers and winter takes hold, only to be broken by the return of a solitary child longing to play in what used to be paradise. The child's sadness melts the giant's heart, and he realizes what a selfish giant he has been. He opens up his garden but must wait a lifetime to once again see the fragile boy who reminded him about generosity and love.

About the Author:

Oscar Wilde was an Irish author, playwright, and poet. His books for children have become beloved classics. Lisbeth Zwerger is one of the most highly regarded illustrators of children’s books and was awarded the Hans Christian Andersen Medal in 1990 to recognize her lifetime contribution to children’s literature. She is the author and illustrator of numerous books, including The Little Mermaid, The Night Before Christmas, The Pied Piper of Hamelin, and Tales from the Brothers Grimm.

About this edition

• Publisher: minedition
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 9888240994
• ISBN 13: 9789888240999
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 32
• Illustrator: Zwerger Lisbeth