Adventure, fantasy, romance ... a world full of toys and sweets ... and, of course, Christmas-these are the hallmarks of this timeless story, brought theatrically to life by one of America's favorite illustrators. It is the unforgettable dream of a peculiar Christmas gift-a nutcracker that leads a young girl into a magical realm, where she boldly helps save a boy living under an evil curse. This elegant retelling combines E. T. A. Hoffman's original version with beloved elements of the ballet in a readable picture book format. Michael Hague, celebrated for his lavish interpretations of classics, now makes this tale accessible to a new generation. From the sweeping drama of the battle scene to the magnificent illusions of rich, draped fabrics, every detail will be cherished.
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Michael Hague has illustrated more than twenty children's classics. He is also known for his best-selling books featuring bears, as well as for his pictures for William Bennett's The Children 's Book of Virtues. His most recent book for SeaStar was Good Night, Fairies, written by his wife, Kathleen. He lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
The ORIGINAL! Nutcracker story - fascinating.,
By Janet P. Reagan "Inveterate wordsmith" (Elizabethton, TN (displaced Tar Heel)) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)
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This was bought for the grandchildren at Christmas, appropriately enough. The parents and grandparents enjoyed the story as much as the children. Wonderful picture book, too, as well as the story was captivating.
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Marie and her little brother Fritz sat together in a small back room while their parents were busy in the front parlor. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Godfather Drosselmeier, Rat King, Princess Pirlipat New!
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Marie and her little brother Fritz sat together in a small back room while their parents were busy in the front parlor. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Godfather Drosselmeier, Rat King, Princess Pirlipat New!
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Front Cover | Front Flap | First Pages | Back Flap | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas in Back Matter
- The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas père in Back Matter
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