Rumpelstiltskin

by Paul Galdone, Paul Galdone (Illustrator)

Overview

The classic Grimm tale of the strange little man who helps the miller's daughter spin straw into gold.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780395525999
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	04/23/1990
Series:	Paul Galdone Nursery Classic
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	1,094,890
Product dimensions:	8.81(w) x 11.25(h) x 0.15(d)
Age Range:	4 - 7 Years

About the Author

Paul Galdone was born in Budapest, Hungary, in 1907 and emigrated to the United States in 1928. After finishing his studies at the Art Student League and the New York School of Industrial Design, Mr. Galdone worked in the art department of a major publishing house. He illustrated almost three hundred books, many of which he himself wrote. The winner of two Caldecott Honors, Mr. Galdone is fondly remembered for his lively style, bright earthy humor, and action-filled illustrations, which will continue to delight for generations to come. www.paulgaldone.com

Paul Galdone was born in Budapest, Hungary, in 1907 and emigrated to the United States in 1928. After finishing his studies at the Art Student League and the New York School of Industrial Design, Mr. Galdone worked in the art department of a major publishing house. He illustrated almost three hundred books, many of which he himself wrote. The winner of two Caldecott Honors, Mr. Galdone is fondly remembered for his lively style, bright earthy humor, and action-filled illustrations, which will continue to delight for generations to come.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

"It's like hearing a brand-new story in the master's words and vivid scenes." Publishers Weekly

Editorial Reviews

"It's like hearing a brand-new story in the master's words and vivid scenes." Publishers Weekly —

From the Publisher

Of this stylish retelling, PW said, ``it's like hearing a brand-new story in Galdone's words and vivid scenes.'' Ages 3-6. (Apr.)

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