The Irish Cinderlad (Trophy Picture Books (Paperback))

Climo, Shirley/ Krupinski, Loretta (Illustrator)

ISBN 10: 0064435776 / ISBN 13: 9780064435772

Published by Harpercollins Childrens Books, 2000

reprint edition. 32 pages. 10.25x8.25x0.25 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # x-0064435776

Synopsis:

"A robust story of courage and danger" (Booklist). "A must for collectors of Cinderella variants" (Kirkus Reviews).

Folklorist Shirley Climo retells an age-old Irish tale that's an unusual twist on the popular Cinderella fairy tale. As Creativiteach.com says: "What would have happened if Cinderella were a man? How might the story be different? An old Irish folk tale provides one answer. Just in time for St. Patrick's Day."

Ever since he was a baby, Becan's only worry has been his big feet--until his widowed father remarries. His new stepmother and her three daughters feed him crusts of bread and banish him to work in the fields. So Becan runs away.

With the help of his only friend, a magical bull, he defeats a giant, slays a dragon, and rescues a princess. But before she can thank him, Becan disappears, leaving behind him one of his enormous boots. The princess scours the kingdom for the owner of the giant boot. Will Becan's feet give him away? And what will his fate be if they do?

About the Author:

Shirley Climo's love of folklore began in her childhood and has provided the background for many of her children's books, such as The Korean Cinderella, Magic & Mischief: Tales from Cornwall, A Treasury of Princesses: Princess Tales from Around the World, A Treasury of Mermaids: Mermaid Tales from Around the World, and Someone Saw a Spider: Spider Facts and Folktales, an NCTE Teacher's Choice and Library of Congress Best Children's Book that was originally inspired by her research for Cobweb Christmas. Mrs. Climo and her husband live in Los Altos, California.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Irish Cinderlad (Trophy Picture Books (...
Publisher: Harpercollins Childrens Books
Publication Date: 2000
Binding: Paperback
Illustrator: Krupinski, Loretta
Condition: Brand New