The Barefoot Book of Princesses (Book & CD) - Softcover

John Matthews

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1841480460 ISBN 13: 9781841480466

Publisher: Barefoot Books Ltd, 2004

Synopsis

This warm and humorous collection includes much-loved favourites such as 'The Princess and the Pea' from Denmark and less familiar figures, among them 'The Mountain Princess' from Persia and 'The Horned Snake's Wife' from the Iroquois of North America. Caitlin Matthews' wonderfully dramatic retellings are perfect for reading aloud, while Olwyn Whelan's bright and witty illustrations are a feast in themselves.

About this title

Review:

'Beautifully told and presented.' --The Sunday Times

'A sudden spate of books about princesses, but this is one of the best of them. The unusual and ethnic illustrations beautifully reflect the text which shows in stories from around the world how the lives of princesses are not always charmed and that they too may not easily find happiness.' --Kids Out

'Full of swashbuckling adventures and fantastic tales.' --The Guardian

About the Author:

Caitlín Matthews is a writer, singer and storyteller who lives in Oxford. Since childhood, she has had an abiding love of myths and legends. She has written nearly fifty books including Celtic Devotional, Celtic Spirit and Singing the Soul Back Home. To read more about Caitlín Matthews' work, visit her website www.hallowquest.org.uk Olwyn Whelan worked as a newspaper cartoonist and as a graphic designer before becoming a full-time freelance illustrator. She aims to produce 'timeless and classic' books that children will treasure for life. Olwyn lives in Ireland with her husband, their two children, and her cat called Sleazy.

About this edition

• Publisher: Barefoot Books Ltd
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1841480460
• ISBN 13: 9781841480466
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64
• Illustrator: Olwyn Whelan