I love this little book. Gaiman had already whispered the words in my ear -- they are found in one of his collections that I have on Audible -- but Charles Vess's wonderful illustrations illuminate the journey through a land that is a composite of all the fairy tales and myths that I grew up reading.
I'm already imagining reading this to my granddaughter -- once she's old enough to know some of the fairy tales referenced in the picture below. I see Puss in Boots, the Giant from Jack and the Beanstalk, Little Red Riding Hood, the Three Little Pigs, Cinderella's pumpkin coach and her glass slipper, the Little Goose Girl. the Frog Prince, and are those the White Rabbit's ears I spy?
This beautiful little book absolutely captivated me in a way I find hard to explain. The instructions are simple and explicit -- "if any creature tells you that it is hungry, feed it . . . trust the wolves but do not tell them where you are going. . . Trust your heart and trust your story . . ."
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That looks a delight. I'll have to investigate.
Thank you for writing about this book, can't wait to have it my own hands!
I read to my children from the time they were wee infants. At the beginning it was mostly for my entertainment, but it was fascinating to observe how soon they would enjoy listening and leafing through the books.
I will seek this book at the bookshops...those illustrations are very appealing. xo
Far-out! If only I had a child to read to... :) But I'm happy that YOU will soon have a wee one to share your love of stories with!
How wonderful
Thank you for sharing this book with us. I will have to have one. Love anything that delight young minds and shields them from adult actions that make them sad. It was a great escape for me.
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