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The night before Christmas

Emma — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This classic holiday poem makes a perfect Christmas gift or stocking stuffer for children of all ages-and the young at heart!

‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house . . .

Clement Clarke Moore’s timeless poem about Christmas Eve is beautifully brought to life by illustrator Lisbeth Zwerger and her unique interpretation of Santa’s fantastic midnight visit. The poem-originally titled, “A Visit from St. Nicholas”-is in large part responsible for the conception of the Santa Claus recognized today and is artistically rendered in this picture book full of holiday spirit.

Old Lion and the Little Rabbit

Emma — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

The old lion lives alone, far away from the herd. His nose tells him prey is nearby. To his surprise, he finds a tiny baby rabbit has fallen asleep in his golden mane. Since it is too small to fill his belly, he decides to let it grow into a meal. As the time passes, he finds grasses to fatten up his meal, but he also shares his stories with the little creature. Rabbit grows, but Lion has become attached. Even Hyena cannot persuade him to make a meal of his companion, and he sacrifices a tasty meal to let rabbit run free. Here is a quietly joyful picture book, illustrated with luminous art by Keiko Kaichi. This endearing story about loneliness and friendship will resonate with young and old alike.

The Little Mermaid

Emma — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000

A beloved Hans Christian Andersen tale, illustrated by one of the greatest children’s illustrators of our time

The story of the little mermaid who fell in love with a human boy is well-known and loved by millions-but in the hands of internationally acclaimed illustrator Lisbeth Zwerger, it feels brand new. This poignant tale of unrequited love and self-sacrifice helped establish Andersen as one of the foremost writers of fairy tales in the world. Zwerger’s signature illustrations add fresh whimsy and charm to Andersen’s creation, and her art harmonizes perfectly with the carefully edited translation.

Selfish Giant

Emma — Thu, 07 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000

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.

The Pied Piper of Hamelin

Emma — Mon, 01 Sep 2014 00:00:00 +0000

A beautiful edition of one of the most enduring and haunting tales by the Brothers Grimm

The town of Hamelin is overrun by a plague of rats, and the mayor calls on the Pied Piper to lead them out, taking care of the problem. But when the townspeople refuse to pay him, the Pied Piper entices the local children to leave their homes and parents. Lisbeth Zwerger’s evocative and exquisite illustrations perfectly capture this renowned fairy tale.

Puss & Boots

Emma — Thu, 01 May 2014 00:00:00 +0000

A beloved fairy tale reimagined

A poor shoemaker must close his business as there is no work, but his cat is determined to save the shoemaker from his plight. Using a magnificent pair of boots and a sly plan, the trusty cat tempts a monster and tricks the beast into using his own vanity against himself. With the monster defeated, the shoemaker reopens his shop and can once again sell his beautiful shoes to the townspeople. A beautifully distinctive retelling of a classic tale, this children’s book features enchanting illustrations from acclaimed artist Ayano Imai.