Bibliograph

The singing bones, inspired by Grimms' fairy tales, Shaun Tan ; foreword by Philip Pullman ; introduced by Jack Zipes

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The singing bones, inspired by Grimms' fairy tales, Shaun Tan ; foreword by Philip Pullman ; introduced by Jack Zipes

Language

eng

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illustrations

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fiction

Main title

The singing bones

Responsibility statement

Shaun Tan ; foreword by Philip Pullman ; introduced by Jack Zipes

Sub title

inspired by Grimms' fairy tales

Summary

In this beautifully presented volume, the essence of seventy-five fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm is wonderfully evoked by Shaun Tan's extraordinary sculptures...Nameless princes, wicked stepsisters, greedy kings, honourable peasants and ruthless witches, tales of love, betrayal, adventure and magical transformation: all inspiration for this stunning gallery of sculptural works. Introduced by Grimm Tales author Philip Pullman and leading fairy tale scholar Jack Zipes, The Singing Bones breathes new life into some of the world's most beloved fairy tales..

Target audience

adolescent

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Creator

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