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Jack and the Beanstalk (Classic Fairy Tale Collection) by John Cech
13.00 NZD
Category: Fairytales, Myths and Legends | Series: Classic Fairy Tale Collection
Jack and his marvelous beanstalk made their first appearance in England in 1734--and for nearly three centuries the tale has continued to enchant children. After all, what could be more reassuring to a small child than the idea that even a little boy can outwit a scary giant? John Cech retells this popu ...Show more
Jack and the Beanstalk (Sterling Classic Fairy Tales) by John Cech
18.00 NZD
Category: Fairytales, Myths and Legends | Series: Sterling Classic Fairy Tale Collection
This is a humorous and warm retelling of a popular story, with plenty of entertaining detail and some less familiar elements too. It features illustrations that capture all the magic of the huge beanstalk and the giant's over sized world up in the clouds. It is suitable for children aged 4 to 7 years ol ...Show more
Rapunzel (Classic Fairy Tale Collection) by John Cech
13.00 NZD
Category: Fairytales, Myths and Legends | Series: Classic Fairy Tale Collection
John Cech's enchanting retelling of "Rapunzel" is the tale of a poor couple forced to surrender their newborn daughter to a powerful witch, all for having stolen some lettuce to satisfy the wife's unbearable hunger. And so the witch takes Rapunzel to a secluded tower, where the girl spends her days sing ...Show more
Rumpelstiltskin by John Cech
15.00 NZD
Category: Fairytales, Myths and Legends | Series: Classic Fairy Tale Collection
It was a boast that would have terrible consequences. Once upon a time, a miller told the king that his beautiful daughter could spin straw into gold. Now the girl must complete this impossible task - and only a strange little man with a magical touch can help her. But he exacts a dreadful promise in re ...Show more
The Nutcracker by John Cech
26.00 NZD
Category: Classics
This enchanting paperback version of John Cech's retelling of E. T. A. Hoffmann's classic tale will leave children with visions of sugarplum fairies dancing in their heads. Featuring luminous illustrations by Eric Puybaret, it belongs under every child's tree.
The Nutcracker by John Cech
15.00 NZD
Category: Christmas
Every year around Christmas, thanks to the perennially popular ballet 'The Nut Cracker', children have visions of sugar-plum fairies dancing in their heads - and onstage. So what better gift than this enchanting paperback version of John Cech's retelling of E.T.A Hoffman's classic tale, which covers not ...Show more
The Princess and the Pea (Classic Fairy Tale Collection) by John Cech
13.00 NZD
Category: Fairytales, Myths and Legends | Series: Classic Fairy Tale Collection
One of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories gets a breathtaking showcase, with lavish art and an elegant retelling by acclaimed writer, professor, and radio host John Cech. Although the handsome prince meets ladies blessed with beauty, wealth, and brains, he knows in his heart that none is the ...Show more
The Princess and the Pea (Sterling Classic Fairy Tale Collection) by John Cech
15.00 NZD
Category: Fairytales, Myths and Legends | Series: (Sterling Classic Fairy Tale Collection)
This is an elegant retelling of one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories. It features stunning illustrations that capture the fantasy and romance of this appealing tale. It is suitable for children aged 4 to 7 years old. One of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories gets a breathtak ...Show more
The Twelve Dancing Princesses by John Cech
15.00 NZD
Category: Fairytales, Myths and Legends | Series: Classic Fairy Tale Collection
Every day, 12 princesses mysteriously wear out 12 new pairs of shoes - and neither the king, nor a series of hopeful suitors, can figure out how. Then a simple soldier, with a little magic on his side, gives it a try. Will he succeed where others have failed? Lucy Corvino's illustrations capture the pri ...Show more
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