Thumbelina of Toulaba [Hardcover]

Daniel Picouly (Author), Olivier Tallec (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2007 | Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

A retelling of one of Hans Christian Andersen's most enduring fairytales--Thumbelina--set in Toulaba.

Editorial Reviews

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“This retelling should be hailed for its positive depiction of a beautiful, heroic brown-skinned little girl. The metaphorical language, symbolism, and whimsy should appeal to many different readers on many different levels.” – Multicultural Review

“Highly recommended.” – Assn. Region XI School Librarians, Ft. Worth, TX

“This re-invention set against the background of Martinique is startling in beauty and mystery.... There is a fierce bravery in every brushstroke, and an explosive, expressive abandon of the conventions of the color wheel. The garden has taken over, and all we can say is: wow." – planetesme.blogspot.com

“This would be a great selection to read aloud.” – NE Maine Library District, Bangor, ME

“Tallec’s bold, stylized illustrations reflect the exotic feel of the text.” – School Library Journal

About the Author

Daniel Picouly was born in a suburb of Paris. He is the author of a dozen books for which he has received many awards. As the child of an urban environment, he likes to remember the key role that libraries and librarians played in introducing him to books. Olivier Tallec was born in Brittany in 1970. After graduating from the Ecole Supérieure d'Art graphique in Paris he worked in advertising as a graphic designer, after which he devoted himself to illustration. Since then he has done numerous illustrations for newspapers and magazines and has illustrated over 50 books for children.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 36 pages
• Publisher: Enchanted Lion Books (October 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592700691
• ISBN-13: 978-1592700691
• Product Dimensions: 12.6 x 10.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,413,407 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book, geat value for the price, February 14, 2012

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This review is from: Thumbelina of Toulaba (Hardcover)

This book is simply awesome, it is larger sized, has the most amazing illustrations and gives a nice little spin on the traditional Thumbelina story. I would highly recommend this book, you won't be disappointed, especially for the 4-7 set.

5.0 out of 5 stars Gentle story about learning confidence and strength., November 3, 2007

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This review is from: Thumbelina of Toulaba (Hardcover)

Thumbalina of Toulaba is a children's picturebook retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's classic fairy tale, with a twist. Set on an imaginary island in the Caribbean, Thumbalina of Toulaba follows a dark-skinned Thumbalina born of a flower. Ill-treated by her normal-sized siblings, and beset by would-be suitors of every species imaginable, Thumbalina must learn how to stand up for herself and say "no", and find her destiny with the help of a beloved bird of paradise friend. The simple yet brightly colored painted illustrations bring the birds, beasts, and plants of all nature add a vivid touch to this gentle story about learning confidence and strength.