The Crimson Elf: Italian Tales of Wisdom (World Stories Series) [Hardcover]

Michael J. Caduto (Author), Tom Sarmo (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 18, 1997 | Series: World Stories Series

A lyrical retelling of lively Italian folk stories provide entertaining and gentle lessons for children in a collection that includes the title story, "The Golden Stone," and "Books of Wisdom."

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

Gr. 4^-8, younger for reading aloud. Culling a few select folk and fairy tales from traditional Italian lore, storyteller Caduto crafts original tellings of the tales for contemporary audiences. The title story carries a weighty moral lesson: contrary to her mother's cautions, young Donatella wanders away from her home and is lured to the lair of the dangerous crimson elf. A young man's perseverance and courage are rewarded in "A Mountain of Contentment," another of the lesson-laden tales, and "The Land of Eternal Life" leads youngsters to ponder what eternal life is and how it is achieved. A black-and-white pen-and-ink illustration leads off each of the six stories, which will engage youngsters reading international folklore or story hour audiences. Ellen Mandel

About the Author

Michael J. Caduto is an award-winning author, master storyteller, poet, musician, educator, and ecologist. He has received numerous awards, including the New York State Outdoor Education Association's Art and Literary Award, New England's Regional Award for Excellence in Environmental Education, the American Booksellers' "Pick of the List" Award, and the Association of Children's Booksellers' Choice Award, among others.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 64 pages
• Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing (February 18, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1555913237
• ISBN-13: 978-1555913236
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,624,368 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)