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The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
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Jon Scieszka introduces some really stupid off-the-wall fairy tales including Chicken Licken, The Princess and the Bowling Ball, The Really Ugly Duckling, and Jack's Bean Problem.
Chosen by children as the Book of the Year for the Federation of Children's Book Groups, The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales was described by She magazine as, 'The most delightful collection of stories a young cynic could hope to read'.
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The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith is praised for its humour, inventive storytelling, and imaginative illustrations. Critics often highlight its playful twists on classic fairy tales, which appeal to both children and adults. The book's unique narrative style and wit provide a delightful and engaging reading experience.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780140548969
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 August 1993
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Puffin
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 4.0mm
Width: 218.0mm
Height: 264.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 56
About the Author
Jon Scieszka began to train as a doctor but left to take a course in fiction writing at Columbia University and to become a teacher. He lives in Brooklyn and spends his time writing and talking about books.Lane Smith, an acclaimed author/illustrator, has achieved major success in his collaborations with Jon Scieszka. He also provided the original concept and illustrations for the hit film James and the Giant Peach. He lives in New York.
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