Record Added: 10/1/2010 Topic Fairytales, Myths, Folklo Publisher Candlewick Press ISBN 0763632295 Year 2008 Age 9-12 Pages 64 Description Printed dustjacket
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Naomi Lewis's adaptation includes Andersen's introduction to the story, which describes the breaking of the devil's magic mirror, as well as all of the twists and turns of the plot that are a part of Gerda's journey to find Little Kay.
Soft pastel illustrations show aerial views of the lovely orange-roofed European city; several exquisitely rendered portraits of the children and of the elegant and beautiful Snow Queen; and impressionist-style scenes highlight and enliven the characters and scenes in the story.
The tale's sophistication lies in its well-fleshed-out religious motifs-the purity and innocence of a child's heart that obliges people and animals to serve her; the great power inherent in the utterance of the Lord's Prayer by this child whose faith is pure and strong. A lovely edition to add to any collection. |
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