King of the Golden River

by John Ruskin

Overview

King of the Golden River is, in equal parts, a fairy tale, a fable, an origin myth, and a parable. A lovely story about the power of love and kindness it is sure to delight readers of all ages.

This edition is complete and unabridged featuring all of the original illustrations from two printings, and selections from several others.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781925729191
Publisher:	Living Book Press
Publication date:	11/23/2017
Pages:	74
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.18(d)
Age Range:	6 - 12 Years

About the Author

John Ruskin (1819-1900) was an English writer, philosopher, art historian, art critic and polymath of the Victorian era. He wrote on subjects as varied as geology, architecture, myth, ornithology, literature, education, botany and political economy and was one of the most far-reaching thinkers of his or any other century.

Editorial Reviews

"“Blake’s signature kinetic line and quivering washes of bold color illustrate an 1842 folktale by the influential art critic John Ruskin. … Ruskin’s rich language…is a treat.”"— Publishers Weekly

"The kinetic, colorful artwork for this edition comes from the masterful Quentin Blake… The modern reader ages 5-11 will find, in this appealing edition, a story of vice punished and virtue rewarded… Mr. Blake's pictures add enough dash and wit to make the book succeed."— The Wall Street Journal

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