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Classic Fairy Tales Vol 1 (Volume 1)

by Scott Gustafson

Book Details

Publisher:Coded Fairy Books
Published:2023-02-23
Pages:144
Format:hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1579656862

Reading Info

Age Range:0-2

About This Book

Chesley Award Winner A lavishly illustrated, enchanting collection of 10 of the best-loved fairy tales, chosen and edited by the artist, who spent more than four years creating the seventy-five oil paintings, reproduced here in full color. Belongs on every child's bookshelf.

Our Review

This beautifully illustrated collection brings ten timeless fairy tales to life through seventy-five stunning oil paintings that will captivate both children and adults. Award-winning artist Scott Gustafson spent over four years creating these rich, full-color illustrations that transform classic stories like "The Three Little Pigs" and "Little Red Riding Hood" into visual feasts. The lavish artwork provides endless visual engagement for babies and toddlers, while the familiar narratives offer comforting repetition that supports early language development. Each page turn reveals new details to discover, making this volume an immersive introduction to beloved folk tales.

What sets this fairy tale collection apart is the museum-quality artwork that elevates traditional storytelling into a truly special reading experience. The paintings have a warm, classic quality that feels both nostalgic and fresh, with expressive animal characters and magical scenes that will spark young imaginations. Parents seeking substantial picture books with literary merit will appreciate how these illustrations create talking points beyond the text itself. This volume delivers the educational value of exposing children to classic story structures while providing the visual stimulation crucial for infant and toddler brain development.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction