The Three Robbers

Name: The Three Robbers
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SKU: 9780714848778
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By Tomi Ungerer

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The Three Robbers by Tomi Ungerer is a charming children's book about three fierce robbers who terrorise the countryside. Their lives take an unexpected turn when they encounter a brave little orphan girl. Her influence gradually transforms their mischievous ways, leading to surprising and heartwarming changes in their lives.
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The Three Robbers

Written and illustrated by one of the world's most acclaimed and award-winning children's authors, The Three Robbers is a timeless tale of mystery and suspense for 4-8 year olds, in which three ferocious thieves are defeated by the guileless logic of an innocent girl.

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In this timeless tale, three robbers wearing tall black hats walk the roads at night, terrifying everyone they meet. But one day, they encounter an orphan girl named Tiffany, who isn't scared of them at all...

An ALA Book award winner, this classic story of mystery and suspense celebrates the triumph of good over evil. Written and illustrated by one of the world's most acclaimed and award-winning children's authors, The Three Robbers has been translated into 16 languages and has sold millions of copies since it was first published. Tomi Ungerer has been described as the direct natural descendant of the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen and, like all the best fairy tales, The Three Robbers is by turns scary, charming and surprising.

Ages 8-12

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The Three Robbers by Tomi Ungerer is celebrated for its delightful humour and timeless appeal, capturing both the absurdity and charm of its characters. The artwork is especially noted for its fresh, contemporary feel, with vibrant colours and distinctive graphic elements. Reviewers appreciate how Ungerer's unique style combines humour, wisdom, and valuable lessons, making it a classic for both children and adults.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780714848778

Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 January 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Phaidon Press Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 209.0mm

Height: 288.0mm

Weight: 400g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Tomi Ungerer Young Adult

About the Author

Tomi Ungerer, born in Strasbourg in 1931, landed in New York in 1956 with $60 in his pocket and with a suitcase full of drawings. Overnight he became a star as a caricaturist, illustrator and children's book author and published more than 80 books in ten years. As a graphic artist he created advertising campaigns for Willy Brandt and The New York Times. In 1998, Tomi Ungerer was awarded the Hans Christian Andersen Award for illustration and has become an internationally renowned artist. He now divides his time between Strasbourg and Ireland.

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