Climb the beanstalk with Jack in this quirky take on the traditional tale.
When there is no food in the cupboard, Jack goes to market to sell Daisy the cow. But rather than money, Jack procures magic beans and the promise of adventure.
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Richard Walker (1943-1999) was born in Shropshire, England, and worked in a number of different professions before becoming a writer, freelance broadcaster and professional storyteller. He traveled extensively around Britain and America, sharing his tales in a variety of venues, from folk festivals, schools and theaters to private homes.
Award-winning Irish illustrator Niamh Sharkey works in oils on a gessoed textured background to create the richness in color that has quickly established her as a world class illustrator. She graduated in 1994 with First Class Honors from the College of Marketing and Design, Dublin, and was chosen as "Student of the Year" in the Graphics category by the Society of Designers in Ireland. Niamh now lives in Dublin, Ireland.
Richard Hope is an English actor who has worked extensively with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre, London, as well as his on-screen roles. He lives in London, England.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Sharkey, Niamh (illustrator). Climb the beanstalk with Jack in this quirky take on the traditional tale. When there's no food in the cupboard, Jack goes to market to sell Daisy the cow. But rather than money, Jack procures magic beans.and the promise of adventure! This new paperback edition includes online access to the audiobook performed by British actor Richard Hope. Seller Inventory # LU-9781782854166
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Paperback. Condition: New. Sharkey, Niamh (illustrator). Climb the beanstalk with Jack in this quirky take on the traditional tale. When there's no food in the cupboard, Jack goes to market to sell Daisy the cow. But rather than money, Jack procures magic beans.and the promise of adventure! This new paperback edition includes online access to the audiobook performed by British actor Richard Hope. Seller Inventory # LU-9781782854166
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Paperback. Condition: new. Sharkey, Niamh (illustrator). Paperback. Climb the beanstalk with Jack in this quirky take on the traditional tale. When there is no food in the cupboard, Jack goes to market to sell Daisy the cow. But rather than money, Jack procures magic beans and the promise of adventure. This new paperback edition includes online access to the audio recording of the story, read by actor Richard Hope. AGES: 3 to 7 AUTHOR: Richard Walker (1943 - 1999) was born in England and worked in a number of different professions before becoming a writer, freelance broadcaster and professional storyteller. He has also written The Barefoot Book of Trickster Tales (1998), which was selected by Publishers Weekly as one of its "Best Books of 1998," and The Barefoot Book of Pirates (1999). Niamh Sharkey, an award-winning Irish illustrator, graduated from the College of Marketing and Design, Ireland, in 1994 with First Class Honors. She works in oils on a gessoed textured background to create the richness in color that has already established her as a world class illustrator. She also illustrated the critically acclaimed The Gigantic Turnip for Barefoot Books, which was named a Bulletin Blue Ribbon Book in 1999 and a Foreword Magazine Book of the Year Award Finalist in 2000, and which received a starred review from The Bulletin for the Center of Children's Books. SELLING POINTS: . This traditional tale told in a fresh voice makes for a delightful home, classroom or library read-aloud. This new edition includes online access to Richard Hope's narration of the tale, enabling young children to listen along idependently. . Encourages kids to recreate the story for themselves, boosting language skills as they role play. . Award-winning illustrator Niamh Sharkey's highly original, textured oil paintings heighten the magic and mystery. Climb the beanstalk with Jack in this quirky take on the traditional tale. When there is no food in the cupboard, Jack goes to market to sell Daisy the cow. But rather than money, Jack procures magic beans and the promise of adventure. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781782854166
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