King Grisly-Beard
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A beloved classic of illustrated children's literature, King Grisly-Beard presents a timeless fairy tale drawn from the Brothers Grimm tradition, brought to vivid life through Maurice Sendak's richly expressive artwork. The story chronicles the humbling of a proud and sharp-tongued princess who mocks every suitor who comes to court her, only to find herself married off to a wandering minstrel who is not quite what he seems. With warmth and gentle wit, the narrative illustrates the classic moral that arrogance and cruelty of heart carry their own consequences, while love and humility open unexpected doors. Sendak's illustrations infuse the medieval setting with theatrical energy and emotional depth, making the tale as visually captivating as it is narratively satisfying. This retelling stands as a masterful marriage of Grimm's storytelling tradition and Sendak's singular artistic vision, making it a treasured addition to any collection of classic picture books.
Author: Maurice Sendak
Format: Paperback
Published: 1987, A Sunburst Book
Genre: Childrens fiction
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A beloved classic of illustrated children's literature, King Grisly-Beard presents a timeless fairy tale drawn from the Brothers Grimm tradition, brought to vivid life through Maurice Sendak's richly expressive artwork. The story chronicles the humbling of a proud and sharp-tongued princess who mocks every suitor who comes to court her, only to find herself married off to a wandering minstrel who is not quite what he seems. With warmth and gentle wit, the narrative illustrates the classic moral that arrogance and cruelty of heart carry their own consequences, while love and humility open unexpected doors. Sendak's illustrations infuse the medieval setting with theatrical energy and emotional depth, making the tale as visually captivating as it is narratively satisfying. This retelling stands as a masterful marriage of Grimm's storytelling tradition and Sendak's singular artistic vision, making it a treasured addition to any collection of classic picture books.