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The Bearskinner: A Tale of the Brothers Grimm
By Laura Amy Schlitz
Illustrated by Max Grafe
An eerie and haunting tale about the struggle within ourselves of good and evil.
A soldier has lost everything to war: his family, friends, his youth and innocence and is now haunted by the devil, with whom he makes a dangerous and horrible wager. This tale is about the struggle between the two sides of ourselves, and the heroic strength it takes to claim victory.
- A classic tale from the Brothers Grimm brought to life by renowned author Laura Amy Schlitz.
- Accompanied by beautiful and hauniting illustrations by Max Grafe.
About the author
Laura Amy Schlitz has spent most of her life as a librarian and professional storyteller. Here, she has retold a classic tale by the Brothers Grimm.
About the illustrator
Max Grafe grew up in New Orleans, Louisiana. He now lives and works in New York City as a printmaker, painter and illustrator. His previous picture books include "Eye of the Woolf" and "Old Coyote".
Review
"This is a very worthwhile edition for those who enjoy traditional folktales." Reading Time Vol 52 no1
ISBN:
9780763627300
Imprint:
Candlewick Press
Distributor:
TL Distribution in Australia & Macmillan Publishers in New Zealand
Binding:
Hardback
Release Date:
October 1, 2007
Dimensions:
250 x 290mm, 40pp
Stock Status:
Backlist title
Australian RRP:
$27.95
New Zealand RRP:
$29.99
Stock Level:
In Stock