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Hansel and Gretel (Hardcover)

by Rika Lesser (Author), Paul O. Zelinsky (Illustrator) "At the edge of a great forest there once lived a poor wood..." (more)
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This magnificently illustrated Caldecott Honor book features an understated retelling of the classic tale. Ages 3-8.
Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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The first Grimm tale illustrated by 1998 Caldecott medalist Paul O. Zelinsky is once again available in hardcover. Originally published in 1984, Zelinsky's paintings for Hansel and Gretel are as compelling as his later work and will captivate readers with their mysterious beauty, emotional power, and brilliant originality. Each spread brings to life a world as rich and real as our own—detailed, colorful, sensual—yet filled with the unearthly shadowed magic of the Hansel and Gretel folktale. Whether portraying the fear and anguish of children abandoned by their parents, the delicious sumptuousness of a candy house, or the joy of being reunited with one's family, the artist captures the subtle nuances of emotion and the tactile quality of the physical world with exquisite accuracy and elegance. The hauntingly spare retelling of this perennial favorite by the poet Rika Lesser perfectly complements the vivid storytelling of Zelinsky's artwork. Once again this gifted artist gives us a unique interpretation of a beloved fairy tale, allowing us to both see it anew and rediscover its eternal truths.

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful!, September 3, 2001
By KNSudha (Saratoga, CA USA) - See all my reviews
As a 5 and 6 year old, I recall reading this stark version of the fairy-tale. The illustrations here are simply beautiful! I remember talking to my mom about the issues in this tale -- famine and starvation, abandonment, cannibalism, supporting, being supported by your sibling, and returning/reunited to your family after being through everything.
My mom helped me understand the mom's behaviour in this story, and I hope I can do that for my son some day. Like all fairy tales, this simply looks at some of the worst that could happen, and lets you see a way out. I read it without these gorgeous illustrations too. You can't disney all of life, though I admit, I'm a sentimental soft-hearted person who cries when the cats get rained on when I'm watching the Aristocats :-) Enjoy, and think too ...
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13 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars a differing opinion ..., July 29, 2001
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Although I love Zelinsky's work I didn't purchase this title because Hansel and Gretel was always my least favorite fairy tale. But I find it almost beyond belief that people are complaining about it's subject matter. What versions are these people reading? These tales were originally written for adults and then rewritten for children. It's definitely NOT a tale for very young children and never was. It should be ok, though, for the slightly older ones who like to be scared a bit. I always avoided it because of the child abuse/abandonment and cannibalism aspects. But I never realized people thought it was about anything else. Maybe I'm just used to the Grimm's versions because I collect fairy tale books but if you're going to make this a non-violent tale, you'd have to pretty much rewrite the whole fairy tale. I have to give this book high marks for staying true to the original tale and for the wonderful artwork. If people don't know what Hansel and Gretel is about by now they will after reading these reviews, at least. Puzzling.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice quality book., January 15, 2007
This is a nice rendition of Hansel & Gretel, much as the one I recall from my childhood. One of the only more obvious differences I noted was that it was not the "step-mother" who encouraged the father to abondon the children in the forest, but instead, the "mother," perhaps reflective of our more sensitive times. Zelinsky's illustrations, as indicated by the Caldecott Medal, enhanced the story greatly. All-in-all, a cute, nostalgic Grimm's Fairy Tale...though I see no mention of the Borthers Grimm in this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Product
This book came to me in perfect condition. It looked brand new! As a plus this book was larger than it appeared. Perfect for young children exploring a classic fairytale.
Published 3 months ago by Childrens Book Lover

5.0 out of 5 stars Just like I remember
I was looking for this fairy tale story for my children ages 7 and 4. I wanted the story to be told just like I remembered as a child. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Kathryn Milkowski

2.0 out of 5 stars too creepy and scary for young ones
I think this is inappropriate for young kids, because in this original story, the parents abandoned them in the forest, and the old woman used "graphic" details about how she is... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Elizabeth Su

5.0 out of 5 stars A Memorable Favorite!
When my kids were 5 & 6 years old, I discovered this book at the local library. It caught my eye because it was a (1985) Caldecott Medal Honor Book, and was displayed w/lots of... Read more
Published on November 3, 2006 by Susan M. Hruska

5.0 out of 5 stars Fairy tale Favorite
I love this book. I am huge fan of Paul Zelinsky's pictures and Rika Lessers version of Hansel and Gretel is a great match. Read more
Published on September 19, 2006 by Kelly Testerman

4.0 out of 5 stars great
this book was great. it was sad in some parts like when hansel and gretel were capture by that old woman. then i liked how they found the beautiful jewels. that was cool. Read more
Published on December 18, 2005

4.0 out of 5 stars Moral values
Hansel and Gretel is my fav fairy tales. Almost all stories of Grimm have moral values and this one is no exception. Fairy tales were told as form of entertainment too. Read more
Published on May 23, 2004 by Ilaxi S. Patel

4.0 out of 5 stars A classic
Hansel and Gretel is a classic story about a family that lives in the woods. The father is a woodcutter and the family is very poor. Read more
Published on March 24, 2002 by Teresa

4.0 out of 5 stars Tasha's Review of Hansel and Gretel
Hansel and Gretel is a book about a family of a wife and a husband who have two children. The father is a woodcutter and at the moment they are very poor. Read more
Published on December 17, 2001 by Tasha Lutz

3.0 out of 5 stars Not for the meek!
As other reviewer here have noted, this story is not the 'watered down' modern version of the tale. I would not recommend the book for especially senstive kids. Read more
Published on July 31, 2000 by americanexpatworkingmom

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