The Nutcracker

Name: The Nutcracker
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9780500651247
Price: 36.99 NZD
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A Papercut Pop-Up Book

By Shobhna Patel

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Summary

The Nutcracker by Shobhna Patel is a charming retelling of the classic Christmas tale that captures the magic and wonder of the season. The story follows a young girl named Clara, who receives a mysterious nutcracker as a gift and is whisked away on a fantastical adventure. Filled with enchanting characters and whimsical settings, this children's book celebrates the spirit of imagination and the joy of the holidays.
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Format: Hardback

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The Nutcracker

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this enchanting re-imagining of a classic holiday tale if you love children's books that inspire wonder with beautifully intricate illustrations and interactive pop-ups. It brings the beloved story to life, captivating young readers and sparking their imagination with every turn of the page.

The Nutcracker

An exquisite retelling of Tchaikovsky's ballet using an entirely new pop-up technique invented by Patel featuring dazzling laser-cut illustrations. Full color. 11 13/16 x 6 1/2.

An exquisite retelling of Tchaikovsky's ballet using an entirely new pop-up technique featuring intricate laser-cut illustrations. For ages 6+

Description

When the clock strikes midnight, Clara's nutcracker toy takes her on a magical journey. Mice become soldiers, candy canes transform into dancers and an enchanted castle emerges out of the mist.

In this exquisitely crafted book inspired by Tchaikovsky's ballet, familiar scenes are brought to life by Shobhna Patel's intricate lasercut pop-up illustrations.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Nutcracker by Shobhna Patel has been praised for its exquisite papercut pop-ups, described as true pieces of art. Reviews highlight the beautiful and unique presentation, with the art adding a magical dimension to Tchaikovsky's classic ballet. The book offers a breathtaking and enchanting experience, captivating readers with its elaborate and detailed pop-up designs.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500651247

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 October 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 297.0mm

Height: 165.0mm

Weight: 370g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Shobhna Patel

About the Author

Shobhna Patel is a papercut artist, paper engineer and illustrator. She graduated from De Montfort University in 2012 and has designed book covers and created papercut work for a variety of clients including Egmont, Walker Books and Bonnier.