The Twelve Dancing Princesses by Rachel Isadora - ISBN: 9780142414507
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Twelve princesses, worn shoes, and a king’s mystery in Africa.

The Twelve Dancing Princesses

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  • Paperback

    32 pages

  • Release Date

    12 November 2009

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Summary

A Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator gives this classic fairy tale a brand-new setting!

Night after night, the twelve princesses mysteriously wear out their shoes. But how? The king promises a great reward to any man who can solve the mystery.

Rachel Isadora has revitalized and reimagined this well-loved Brothers Grimm fairytale by bringing the story of the twelve princesses to Africa. The unique presentation of this classic tale is sure to enchant readers with its vibrant imagery.

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780142414507
ISBN-10:0142414506
Author:Rachel Isadora
Publisher:Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint:Puffin
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:32
Release Date:12 November 2009
Weight:163g
Dimensions:254mm x 254mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

Isadora offers an entirely distinct treatment.

“Isadora offers an entirely distinct treatment.” - “Booklist”, starred review

About The Author

Rachel Isadora

Rachel Isadora began dancing at the age of eight. She trained at George Balanchine’s School of American Ballet and has danced professionally. Rachel lives in New York City with her family. Rachel Isadora has illustrated many books set in the world of dance and theater, including Opening Night, My Ballet Class, Swan Lake, The Little Match Girl, and Ben’s Trumpet, which received the Caldecott Honor Award and the Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Award.

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