Grimm Tales Av Philip Pullman

<p>In this beautiful book of classic fairy tales, award-winning author Philip Pullman has chosen his fifty favourite stories from the Brothers Grimm and presents them in a''clear as water'' retelling, in his unique and brilliant voice. <br><br>From the quests and romance of classics such as ''Rapunzel'', ''Snow White'' and ''Cinderella'' to the danger and wit of such lesser-known tales as ''The Three Snake Leaves'', ''Hans-my-Hedgehog'' and ''Godfather Death'', Pullman brings the heart of each timeless tale to the fore, following with a brief but fascinating commentary on the story''s background and history. In his introduction, he discusses how these stories have lasted so long, and become part of our collective storytelling imagination. <br><br>These new versions show the adventures at their most lucid and engaging yet. Pullman''s <i>Grimm Tales</i> of wicked wives, brave children and villainous kings will have you reading, reading aloud and rereading them for many years to come.</p>