Description
A fresh take on a timeless fairy tale This stunning edition of the favorite fable about a little girl in red on her journey through the woods makes brilliant use of laser die-cut paper and silhouette-like illustrations to enliven every page. Sybille Schenker's evocative and exquisite illustrations bring a unique beauty and graphic excellence to this beloved favorite.
About the Author
Reviews
"This lush production is a companion to Schenker's earlier Hansel and Gretel. . . . The suspense created by the shadowed, partial views of what is to come deepens the menace of innocence pursued by evil. . . . a remarkable example of the book as art." Publishers Weekly starred review
"A fresh take on a timeless fairy tale . . . . This stunning edition of the favorite fable about a little girl in red on her journey through the woods makes brilliant use of laser die-cut paper and silhouette-like illustrations to enliven every page. Sybille Schenker's evocative and exquisite illustrations bring a unique beauty and graphic excellence to this beloved favorite." childrensandteensbookconnection.wordpress.com
"Sybille Schenker's evocative and exquisite illustrations bring a unique beauty and graphic excellence to this beloved favorite.You may have read 100 different Little Red Riding Hood books, but you've not seen one like this before . . . . a keepsake book to be treasured." smartbooksforsmartkids.com
"An eloquent narrative, stunning artwork, and exquisite bookmaking grace the Grimm Brothers's classic tale . . . . The clever way that visual effects are used and reusedshifting and redefining mood and meaningprovides an understated yet cinematic reading experience. A lovely addition to fairy and folktale collections." Joy Fleischacker, School Library Journal
Book Information
ISBN 9789888240791
Author T Grimm
Format Hardback
Page Count 52
Imprint mineditionUS
Publisher mineditionUS
Weight(grams) 534g
Dimensions(mm) 276mm * 240mm * 12mm
About the Author
The Brothers Grimm are famous throughout the world for their tales and legends, which have been translated, retold, and illustrated by myriad authors and artists.
Sybille Schenker is a freelance illustrator whose work includes Hansel and Gretel. She lives in New York City.
Reviews
"This lush production is a companion to Schenker's earlier Hansel and Gretel. . . . The suspense created by the shadowed, partial views of what is to come deepens the menace of innocence pursued by evil. . . . a remarkable example of the book as art." Publishers Weekly starred review
"A fresh take on a timeless fairy tale . . . . This stunning edition of the favorite fable about a little girl in red on her journey through the woods makes brilliant use of laser die-cut paper and silhouette-like illustrations to enliven every page. Sybille Schenker's evocative and exquisite illustrations bring a unique beauty and graphic excellence to this beloved favorite." childrensandteensbookconnection.wordpress.com
"Sybille Schenker's evocative and exquisite illustrations bring a unique beauty and graphic excellence to this beloved favorite.You may have read 100 different Little Red Riding Hood books, but you've not seen one like this before . . . . a keepsake book to be treasured." smartbooksforsmartkids.com
"An eloquent narrative, stunning artwork, and exquisite bookmaking grace the Grimm Brothers's classic tale . . . . The clever way that visual effects are used and reusedshifting and redefining mood and meaningprovides an understated yet cinematic reading experience. A lovely addition to fairy and folktale collections." Joy Fleischacker, School Library Journal
Book Information
ISBN 9789888240791
Author T Grimm
Format Hardback
Page Count 52
Imprint mineditionUS
Publisher mineditionUS
Weight(grams) 534g
Dimensions(mm) 276mm * 240mm * 12mm
