The Dragon of Krakow and Other Polish Stories (Folktales from Around the World) [Paperback]

Richard Monte (Author), Paul Hess (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 2 and up | Series: Folktales from Around the World

Polish folk tales have a special character all their own, and some of the best stories have been gathered to create this sparkling collection. Among them are "The King Who Was Eaten by Mice," a cautionary tale from Gniezno, "The Gingerbread Baker's Bees" from Torun, "The Golden Duck" from Warsaw, the legendary story "The Dragon of Krakow," and "Queen Jurata and the Sea-Creatures," a story that explains why amber can be found lying all over the Baltic shores. Featuring Paul Hess' exuberant illustrations, these retellings uncover a fascinating land and its people.

Editorial Reviews

Review

The stylish funny illustrations are by the highly acclaimed illustrator Paul Hess. Brimming with humour, magic and visual charm, Richard Monte's retellings are a delight for all ages. www.bettybookmark.co.uk This is a charming retelling of these traditional folk stories...Well written and with lots of vivid description, they would also stimulate an older reader. www.writeaway.org.uk An excellent book! Hess's stylish illustrations add humour and atmosphere in equal measure. Books for Keeps Although modernised in their language and style of story-telling, the legends still hold the kind of quality that children always look for in fairy tales and folk stories. A perfect introduction to another country's heritage. School Librarian Interesting, well-written, imaginatively illustrated and designed book! there are rich rewards for those who enter the fascinating stories inside. Ibby Link These seven short folk stories from around Poland are known to every Polish child, and the sparkling and accessible re-tellings will delight all children - start with the story of the Dragon of Krakow in which the threatening dragon is tricked by a shoemaker, and your class will call out for more. Scholastic Best Books of 2008 Recommended reading TLC Teacher

About the Author

Richard Monte is a children's book reviewer and former bookseller who has contributed articles on Poland to the BBC and other magazines. He is married to a Polish wife. He lives in St Albans, Hertfordshire. www.richardmonte.co.uk Paul Hess was born in Sydney, Australia, in 1961. He went to art college in Sydney and then worked as a graphic designer and Art Director for various companies both in Sydney and London from 1981 to 1991. He has worked as a freelance art director and illustrator since then. His books for Frances Lincoln are Death in a Nut, Nail Soup, Cow on the Roof, Dragon of Krakow, Hidden Tales from Eastern Europe, The King with Horse's Ears and The King and the Seed. He lives in Northumberland.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books (September 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1845077520
• ISBN-13: 978-1845077525
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #306,842 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #63 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Literature > Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths > Anthologies
  • #99 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Literature & Fiction > Short Stories > Anthologies

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