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The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker
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The Nutcracker Hardback - 2010

by Alison Jay (Illustrator)

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Based on the Balanchine ballet, this sumptuous package is ideal for any fan of the "The Nutcracker"--young or old. Full color.

Used - Very good

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Dial Books. Illustrated. Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.
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  • Title The Nutcracker
  • Author Alison Jay (Illustrator)
  • Binding Hardback
  • Edition Illustrated
  • Condition Used - Very good
  • Pages 40
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Dial Books
  • Publication date 2010-10-14
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Illustrated
  • Bookseller's Inventory # 0803732856-11-1
  • ISBN 9780803732858 / 0803732856
  • Weight 1.06 lbs (0.48 kg)
  • Dimensions 10.06 x 10.14 x 0.45 in (25.55 x 25.76 x 1.14 cm)
  • Age range 03 to 05 years
  • Grade levels P - K
  • Themes
    • Holiday: Christmas
  • Category Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction
  • Library of Congress subjects Christmas stories, Christmas
  • Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2009051657
  • Dewey Decimal Code E
  • Quantity available 1

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Summary

Based on the Balanchine ballet, this sumptuous package is the perfect gift for any fan of The Nutcracker-young or old. The nicely balanced text (not too much, not too little) captures all the best moments and sets the stage for Alison Jay's richly imagined art. Sharp-eyed readers will notice tiny details playing out thrillingly over the course of the story (keep an eye on the gifts under the Christmas tree!). From the cozy Christmas party to the delectable Marzipan Palace, Alison Jay's artwork is truly enchanting-a snow-globe version of The Nutcracker to read every night before Christmas and all winter long.

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Based on the Balanchine ballet, this sumptuous package is the perfect gift for any fan of The Nutcracker-young or old. The nicely balanced text (not too much, not too little) captures all the best moments and sets the stage for Alison Jay's richly imagined art. Sharp-eyed readers will notice tiny details playing out thrillingly over the course of the story (keep an eye on the gifts under the Christmas tree!). From the cozy Christmas party to the delectable Marzipan Palace, Alison Jay's artwork is truly enchanting-a snow-globe version of The Nutcracker to read every night before Christmas and all winter long.

Media reviews

Citations

  • Booklist, 10/15/2010, Page 57
  • Horn Book Magazine, 11/01/2010, Page 64
  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 01/01/2011, Page 32
  • Kirkus Reviews, 09/01/2010, Page 0
  • Publishers Weekly, 10/18/2010, Page 0
  • School Library Journal, 10/01/2010, Page 72

About the author

Alison Jay lives in London, England.

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