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Renate Raecke
2 Reviews
(3)
K-3
Retold by Renate Raecke.
Translated by Anthea Bell.
Illustrated by
Yana Sedova.
On Christmas Eve, young Marie and the Nutcracker Prince journey to "Candytown" in a dream--or was it? Simple but vivid language retells the classic tale. Sedova's stylized, jewel-toned illustrations are rich with texture and detail, including clockwork (in homage to Drosselmeier's toy-making) and Christmas tree–ornament motifs throughout. An afterword gives some background on Hoffmann's story and its many adaptations.
Reviewer: Katie Bircher
(3)
K-3
Retold by Renate Raecke.
Translated by Anthea Bell.
Collected by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm. After the people of Hamelin refuse to pay the Pied Piper for ridding their town of rats, he takes his revenge by leading the town's children away. This eerie, faithful retelling includes exact details (the year 1284; 130 children), giving it a ring of authenticity. The sophisticated illustrations have a subdued, foreboding quality suitable for slightly older picture-book readers.
Reviewer: Lisa Catherine Findlay
2 reviews
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