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Nuts And Nutcrackers (1845)

Nuts And Nutcrackers (1845)

Hardcover

Art HistoryFiction AnthologiesBritish History

ISBN10: 1165004828
ISBN13: 9781165004829
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 254
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Nuts and Nutcrackers is a charming and humorous illustrated book, written and illustrated by the renowned British artist and illustrator, Phiz (real name Hablot Knight Browne). Originally published in 1845, the book is a collection of short stories and sketches that revolve around the theme of nuts and nutcrackers.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of nutcracking, from the various types of nutcrackers and the different types of nuts they crack, to the various ways in which nuts are used in cooking and baking. Along the way, Phiz introduces a colorful cast of characters, including mischievous children, eccentric inventors, and bumbling servants, all of whom find themselves getting into all sorts of comical mishaps and adventures involving nuts and nutcrackers.Phiz's illustrations are a highlight of the book, with each page featuring delightful and detailed drawings that bring the stories to life. From the intricate designs of the nutcrackers themselves to the whimsical depictions of the characters and their antics, the illustrations are a joy to behold.Overall, Nuts and Nutcrackers is a delightful and entertaining book that is sure to appeal to readers of all ages. With its charming stories and whimsical illustrations, it is a true classic of British literature and a must-read for anyone who loves a good laugh and a good nut.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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