First Book of Fairy Tales (A) by Mary Hoffman
In this beautifully illustrated book 14 classic fairy tales are retold for young chldren. Old favourites such as "Cinderella" and "Jack and the Beanstalk" are presented alongside some less well-known stories such as "The Fisherman and his Wife" and "Diamonds and Toads". Mary Hoffman's charming retellings use simple lyrical language ideal for reading aloud while Julie Downing's illustrations bring the characters to life. The stories in this collection show the consequences of greed pride and vanity but also tell of the love that grows from a kind heart and a cheerful nature. Along the way there is a wealth of magic and fun to be enjoyed!
Mary Hoffman has written more than 70 books. Her previous titles for Dorling Kindersley include Henry's Baby and A First Bible Story Book.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780751328073 |
| ISBN 10 | 0751328073 |
| Title | First Book of Fairy Tales (A) |
| Author | Mary Hoffman |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Dorling Kindersley Ltd |
| Year published | 2001-09-06 |
| Number of pages | 80 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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