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The Emperor's New Clothes - The Golden Age of Illustration Series
Paperback
Series: Golden Age of Illustration
ISBN13: 9781447463207
Publisher: Pook Press
Published: Nov 6 2012
Pages: 62
Weight: 0.37
Height: 0.17 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
The Emperor's New Clothes remains one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved satirical tales. This beautifully illustrated edition from Pook Press' Golden Age of Illustration Series celebrates the story's enduring charm and wit.
The story begins with a vain and self-absorbed Emperor who cares for nothing but his appearance, squandering his fortune on elaborate garments while neglecting his duties. When two cunning swindlers arrive, claiming to weave magnificent clothes visible only to the wise and worthy, the Emperor and his court are quick to believe them. Fearful of appearing foolish or unfit, ministers and courtiers alike praise the non-existent finery, until the Emperor proudly parades through the streets dressed in nothing but his own vanity.
This deluxe edition from Pook Press pairs Andersen's original text with a rich collection of illustrations from celebrated artists of the Golden Age, including Arthur Rackham, Harry Clarke, Milo Winter, and more. Elegant and playful, this volume is a striking addition to any fairy tale library and a perfect gift for lovers of classic literature and illustration.
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