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A Treasury of Ballet Stories

Four Captivating Retellings
By Caryl Hart
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A Treasury of Ballet Stories by Caryl Hart is a delightful collection that introduces young readers to the magical world of ballet through enchanting tales. Each story captivates with its enchanting illustrations and engaging narratives set in the world of ballet. It's a perfect gift for children interested in dance and storytelling, filled with charm and grace.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this delightful collection if you have a passion for dance or magical tales. It beautifully captures the grace and wonder of ballet, offering enchanting stories that will captivate young readers' imaginations and inspire a love for the art form.

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A Treasury of Ballet Stories

A unique and richly illustrated gift book featuring four classic stories from the ballet.

A unque and richly illustrated gift book featuring four classic stories from the ballet.

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Step into the magical world of the ballet with this timeless collection of four stories, each one based on a beloved classical ballet, now beautifully reimagined by the award-winning Caryl Hart, with luminous illustrations throughout from Briony May Smith.

Delight in dancing swans, fantastical firebirds, sleeping princesses, and sugar plum fairies in this fresh, dynamic, and magical collection that will delight all ages from 5 and up.

With its gold foil cover, jewel-like colours, and striking design, this is the ultimate gift for all fans of ballet and fairy tale and a glorious celebration of story, dance, and theatre. A book to treasure and share.

A Treasury of Ballet Stories features Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird, and The Nutcracker.

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A Treasury of Ballet Stories by Caryl Hart offers a captivating introduction to the world of classical ballet through its beautifully crafted stories and enchanting illustrations. The book provides a delightful interpretation, making it an engaging read for children, endorsed by Xander Parish, a former principal dancer at the Mariinsky Ballet.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529074321

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Briony May Smith

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 206.0mm

Height: 277.0mm

Weight: 561g

Pages: 96

Collections

Caryl Hart Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Caryl Hart is a full-time children's writer, who enjoys running creative events and workshops at schools, libraries and festivals. Her first picture book, Don't Dip Your Chips in Your Drink, Kate! won two regional awards, and was shortlisted for a third. Her Princess series, illustrated by Sarah Warburton, has sold over 220,000 copies worldwide. Briony May Smith has worked on concept art and character designs for animation and advertising and her books have been translated into over 20 languages. Her work day mainly consists of writing, drawing and illustrating, interrupted only when her dog, Finbar, demands his walk.

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