Product Description

In this lavish edition of Hans Christian Andersen’s beloved fairy story, which was shortlisted for the Smarties Prize, celebrated illustrator P.J. Lynch has transformed a timeless tale into a modern classic. unavailable for nearly 15 years, this stunning book has now been republished for a new generation of readers.

This is Hans Christian Andersen’s poignant tale of a one-legged toy soldier who falls in love with a beautiful paper dancer. P.J. Lynch’s luminous illustrations perfectly complement Naomi Lewis’s translation of this haunting, much loved tale.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #384780 in Books
• Published on: 2005-01-01
• Released on: 2005-02-22
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 32 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9781842704431
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Review
A lovely story of courage and love. -- Evening Standard

Dramatically beautiful illustrations capture every nuance of the story. -- The Guardian

About the Author
P.J. Lynch is an award-winning illustrator with an illustrious international reputation. He is a winner of the Kate Greenaway Award (for The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey), three Christopher Awards, numerous Parents’ Choice Awards, and an ABC Children’s Choice Award; he was also nominated for the ABA Book of the Year Award. Lynch has illustrated many acclaimed books for children, including When Jessie Came Across the Sea, The Names Upon the Harp, and Grandad’s Prayers of the Earth.