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AN ILLUSTRATED TREASURY OF SCOTTISH FOLK AND FAIRY TALES
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| By: |
Theresa Breslin, Kate Leiper (Illus) |
| Format: |
Hardback |
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£14.99 |
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£10.87 |
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£4.12 |
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| ISBN 10: |
0863159079 |
| ISBN 13: |
9780863159077 |
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| Publisher: |
FLORIS BOOKS |
| Pub. date: |
2 July, 2012 |
| Pages: |
160 |
| Description: |
Slithering stoorworms, mischievous brownies, fierce kelpies and magical selkies are exquisitely brought to life for children in Theresa Breslin's enchanting tales and Kate Leiper's otherwordly illustrations. |
| Synopsis: |
Slithering stoorworms, mischievious brownies, fierce kelpies and magical selkies -- these are the creatures of Scottish folklore. Award-winning children's author Theresa Breslin has collected the best-loved tales from all over Scotland. Retelling each in its own individual style, she presents funny tales, moving tales and enchanting fairy tales. Soar with the goshawk, dive with selkies and battle with the stoorworm, as each story is brought to life with exquisite illustrations by Scottish fine artist Kate Leiper, which brim with otherworldly beauty. A wonderful gift, this is a truly stunning book to be treasured for a lifetime and will be enjoyed by parents and grandparents as well as children. |
| Reader Age: |
From 6 To 12 |
| US Grade: |
From First Grade to Seventh Grade |
| Illustrations: |
colour illustrations |
| Publication: |
UK |
| Imprint: |
Floris Books |
| Returns: |
Returnable |
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